York County, ME · Atlantic Ocean

Goose Rocks Beach

Three miles of soft sand sheltered by an offshore barrier reef, giving Goose Rocks unusually calm, shallow water by Maine standards. Residential, low-rise, and protective of its piping plover colonies — expect tight permit enforcement and seasonal nesting closures.

Today's Conditions

Decent day for photography.

59% rain · NWS alert active

Full NWS forecast for This Afternoon

Rain showers likely and areas of smoke before 5pm, then areas of smoke and showers and thunderstorms likely. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 71. South wind around 15 mph, with gusts as high as 30 mph. Chance of precipitation is 60%. New rainfall amounts between a quarter and half of an inch possible.

Tonight

Areas of smoke and showers and thunderstorms likely before 9pm, then areas of smoke and a chance of showers and thunderstorms between 9pm and 2am. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 63. Southwest wind 10 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 30 mph. Chance of precipitation is 60%. New rainfall amounts between a quarter and half of an inch possible.

Weather

71°F air — cool but workable
59% rain — rain likely at some point

Safety

NWS alert active — small craft advisory issued july 18 at 2:57pm edt until july 19 at 8:00am edt by nws gray me

37 /100

29 Sunbathe

41 Walk

62 Photo

Best for photography today

Small Craft Small Craft Advisory

Small Craft Advisory issued July 18 at 2:57PM EDT until July 19 at 8:00AM EDT by NWS Gray ME

NWS · In effect through Jul 19, 12:00 PM

Full NWS statement

* WHAT...Southwest winds 20 to 30 kt and seas 6 to 9 ft. * WHERE...Coastal Waters from Stonington, ME to Port Clyde, ME out 25 NM, Coastal Waters from Port Clyde, ME to Cape Elizabeth, ME out 25 NM and Coastal Waters from Cape Elizabeth, ME to Merrimack River, MA out 25 NM. * WHEN...Until 8 AM EDT Sunday. * IMPACTS...Conditions will be hazardous to small craft.

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Atmosphere

Air Temp

71°F

Light Rain and Fog/Mist

Wind

15 mph

Rain

59%

This Afternoon

UV Peak

5 Moderate

Peaks 12 PM · burn in ~40m

Burn-free before 10 AM & after 03 PM

Tomorrow

80°F

Sunny

Water

Water Temp

—

Next Low Tide

9:12 PM

0.2 ft · in 2m

Water Quality

Clean

10 MPN/100mL · Enterococcus

USGS · sampled 10mo ago

Sun & Moon

Sunrise

5:17 AM

Sunset

8:18 PM

Moon · 18%

Waxing Crescent

Neap tides — smaller range

Tides

Time	Type	Height
2:38 AM	High	10.4 ft
8:50 AM	Low	-0.6 ft
3:14 PM	High	9.7 ft
9:12 PM	Low	0.2 ft

Time	Type	Height
3:32 AM	High	9.8 ft
9:41 AM	Low	-0.1 ft
4:05 PM	High	9.6 ft
10:10 PM	Low	0.4 ft

Time	Type	Height
4:26 AM	High	9.2 ft
10:32 AM	Low	0.4 ft
4:56 PM	High	9.4 ft
11:08 PM	Low	0.7 ft

Time	Type	Height
5:22 AM	High	8.6 ft
11:24 AM	Low	0.9 ft
5:47 PM	High	9.2 ft

Time	Type	Height
12:06 AM	Low	0.9 ft
6:19 AM	High	8.1 ft
12:17 PM	Low	1.4 ft
6:40 PM	High	9.0 ft

Time	Type	Height
1:05 AM	Low	1.1 ft
7:18 AM	High	7.8 ft
1:12 PM	Low	1.7 ft
7:34 PM	High	8.9 ft

Time	Type	Height
2:04 AM	Low	1.1 ft
8:18 AM	High	7.6 ft
2:07 PM	Low	1.9 ft
8:28 PM	High	8.9 ft

High/low predictions from NOAA station 8419317, refreshed on every build. Times shown local.

7-Day Beach Day Forecast

Today Jul 18

71°

Areas Of Smoke

59%

Sun Jul 19

80°

Sunny

Mon Jul 20

80°

Sunny

Tue Jul 21

76°

Partly Sunny

Wed Jul 22

79°

Showers And Thunderstorms

87%

Thu Jul 23

79°

Slight Chance Rain Showers

20%

Fri Jul 24

78°

Slight Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny

16%

What to Bring Today

optional Light cover-up, watch for pop-ups 59% rain chance

Always remember water bottle, trash bag (leave no trace).

Beach Info

Parking

Permit required Saturday of Memorial Day weekend – Labor Day, 8 AM – 5 PM. Daily $40, weekly $200 (no cash); seasonal $325 online.

Dogs

Apr 1 – Jun 14 leashed only. Jun 15 – Labor Day no dogs 9 AM – 5 PM, leashed other times. Labor Day – Sep 15 leashed. Sep 16 – Mar 31 leashed noon – 6 PM, otherwise under voice control.

Entry Fee

$40 daily / $200 weekly parking permit (in season)

Address

Kings Highway, Kennebunkport, ME 04046

Amenities

restrooms

Frequently Asked

Is it safe to swim at Goose Rocks Beach today?

Goose Rocks Beach shows a live water-quality reading (bacteria levels) and today's swim-safety score at the top of this page, refreshed on every update. No lifeguards are on duty, so check the day's conditions and swim with caution. Always review the current advisories, surf, and rip-current notes before getting in the water.

Is Goose Rocks Beach dog-friendly?

Apr 1 – Jun 14 leashed only. Jun 15 – Labor Day no dogs 9 AM – 5 PM, leashed other times. Labor Day – Sep 15 leashed. Sep 16 – Mar 31 leashed noon – 6 PM, otherwise under voice control.

Is there an entry fee at Goose Rocks Beach?

$40 daily / $200 weekly parking permit (in season)

Are there lifeguards at Goose Rocks Beach?

No lifeguards are stationed at Goose Rocks Beach. Swim at your own risk and keep close watch on children.

What amenities are at Goose Rocks Beach?

Amenities at Goose Rocks Beach include restrooms.

When is the water warmest at Goose Rocks Beach?

Atlantic water temperatures peak in August. Northern beaches (ME, NH, MA) run cool — typically 60-68°F at the summer peak. Mid-Atlantic (NJ, DE, MD, VA) hits 74-76°F. The Carolinas and Florida Atlantic warm into the 80s and stay swimmable from May through October.

Where is Goose Rocks Beach located?

Goose Rocks Beach is in York County, ME, at Kings Highway, Kennebunkport, ME 04046.