Sagadahoc County, ME · Atlantic Ocean

Reid State Park

Maine's first state-owned saltwater beach — 1.5 miles of barrier-island sand on the rugged Mid-Coast. Two beaches (Mile and Half-Mile), a salt-pond lagoon kids can swim in even when the Atlantic is too cold, and granite headlands at each end. Wilder and colder than the southern Maine beaches, and worth the drive.

Today's Conditions

Skip the beach today.

56% rain · NWS alert active · 57°F water

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 69. South wind around 20 mph, with gusts as high as 40 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 8pm, then areas of smoke and a chance of showers and thunderstorms between 8pm and 3am. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 63. Southwest wind 10 to 25 mph, with gusts as high as 40 mph. Chance of precipitation is 60%. New rainfall amounts between a quarter and half of an inch possible.

Weather

69°F air — cool but workable
56% rain — rain likely at some point
20 mph wind — breezy — anchor everything

Water

57°F water — cold — wetsuit or stay dry

Safety

NWS alert active — rip current statement issued july 18 at 4:35pm edt until july 18 at 8:00pm edt by nws gray me

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0 Swim

16 Sunbathe

37 Walk

57 Photo

Best for photography today

Water level 1.2 ft above predicted

Observed water level is running higher than the astronomical tide prediction. Expect a narrower beach, faster-rising water, and stronger near-shore currents than the tide chart suggests.

NOAA station 8418150 · Observed 8.99 ft · Predicted 7.83 ft

Rip Currents Rip Current Statement

Rip Current Statement issued July 18 at 4:35PM EDT until July 18 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Gray ME

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

Full NWS statement

* WHAT...Dangerous rip currents. * WHERE...In Maine, Coastal York, Coastal Cumberland, Sagadahoc, Lincoln and Knox Counties. In New Hampshire, Coastal Rockingham County. * WHEN...Until 8 PM EDT this evening. * IMPACTS...Rip currents can sweep even the best swimmers away from shore into deeper water.

Weather alert in effect

Air Quality Alert issued July 18 at 3:11AM EDT by NWS Gray ME

Air Quality Alert issued July 17 at 3:35PM EDT by NWS Gray ME

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Atmosphere

Air Temp

69°F

Cloudy

Wind

20 mph

Rain

56%

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

57°F

Cold

Next Low Tide

9:09 PM

0.2 ft · in 9m

Water Quality

Clean

10 MPN/100mL · Enterococcus

USGS · sampled 10mo ago

Sun & Moon

Sunrise

5:13 AM

Sunset

8:16 PM

Moon · 18%

Waxing Crescent

Neap tides — smaller range

Tides

Time	Type	Height
2:28 AM	High	10.8 ft
8:48 AM	Low	-0.8 ft
3:06 PM	High	10.0 ft
9:09 PM	Low	0.2 ft

Time	Type	Height
3:22 AM	High	10.2 ft
9:38 AM	Low	-0.3 ft
3:58 PM	High	9.9 ft
10:06 PM	Low	0.4 ft

Time	Type	Height
4:18 AM	High	9.5 ft
10:29 AM	Low	0.3 ft
4:50 PM	High	9.7 ft
11:04 PM	Low	0.7 ft

Time	Type	Height
5:15 AM	High	8.9 ft
11:20 AM	Low	0.9 ft
5:41 PM	High	9.5 ft

Time	Type	Height
12:03 AM	Low	0.9 ft
6:13 AM	High	8.4 ft
12:12 PM	Low	1.4 ft
6:34 PM	High	9.3 ft

Time	Type	Height
1:03 AM	Low	1.1 ft
7:13 AM	High	8.0 ft
1:07 PM	Low	1.8 ft
7:29 PM	High	9.1 ft

Time	Type	Height
2:04 AM	Low	1.2 ft
8:13 AM	High	7.8 ft
2:05 PM	Low	2.0 ft
8:24 PM	High	9.1 ft

High/low predictions from NOAA station 8418150, refreshed on every build. Times shown local.

7-Day Beach Day Forecast

Today Jul 18

69°

Areas Of Smoke

56%

Sun Jul 19

80°

Sunny

Mon Jul 20

78°

Sunny

Tue Jul 21

75°

Partly Sunny

Wed Jul 22

71°

Showers And Thunderstorms

87%

Thu Jul 23

73°

Chance Rain Showers

27%

Fri Jul 24

73°

Slight Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny

20%

What to Bring Today

recommended Beach shelter or anchored canopy 20 mph wind — umbrellas will flip
critical Wetsuit (if swimming at all) Water is 57°F — dangerously cold
optional Light cover-up, watch for pop-ups 56% rain chance

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

Beach Info

Parking

Two large paved lots. Entry fee at gate covers parking.

Dogs

Dogs prohibited on the beach April 1 – September 30. Permitted leashed on park trails outside that window.

Entry Fee

$6/adult ME resident, $8/adult non-resident; $1 children 5-11; under 5 free.

Address

375 Seguinland Rd, Georgetown, ME 04548

Amenities

lifeguardsrestroomsshowerssnack barpicnic areasheltered lagoon swim area

Frequently Asked

Is it safe to swim at Reid State Park today?

Reid State Park shows a live water-quality reading (bacteria levels) and today's swim-safety score at the top of this page, refreshed on every update. Seasonal lifeguards patrol the swim area in summer — follow their flags. Always review the current advisories, surf, and rip-current notes before getting in the water.

Is Reid State Park dog-friendly?

Dogs prohibited on the beach April 1 – September 30. Permitted leashed on park trails outside that window.

Is there an entry fee at Reid State Park?

$6/adult ME resident, $8/adult non-resident; $1 children 5-11; under 5 free.

Are there lifeguards at Reid State Park?

Yes. Seasonal lifeguards patrol Reid State Park during the summer swim season (typically Memorial Day through Labor Day). Outside that window, swim at your own risk.

What amenities are at Reid State Park?

Amenities at Reid State Park include lifeguards, restrooms, showers, snack bar, picnic area, sheltered lagoon swim area.

When is the water warmest at Reid State Park?

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 Reid State Park located?

Reid State Park is in Sagadahoc County, ME, at 375 Seguinland Rd, Georgetown, ME 04548.