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Popham Beach State Park

A broad expanse of sand at the mouth of the Kennebec with sandbars to Fox Island at low tide, mind the strong currents, and arrive early before the state lot fills and the gate closes.

Phippsburg, Maine · live parking & conditions · updated June 19, 2026

About Popham Beach State Park

Popham Beach State Park is a paid or ticketed public beach in Phippsburg, Maine. On-site you'll find restrooms, showers, lifeguard, wheelchair accessible.

Parking at Popham Beach State Park

State-park lot, paid by car; closes when full. BeachMap shows Popham Beach State Park's live parking status (open, filling or full), reported by other beachgoers.

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Conditions & tides

In a typical year August is the warmest month here, with highs near 69°F. Tap Popham Beach State Park on the map for live surf, wind, water temperature, UV and tide times.

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Popham Beach State Park: FAQ

Is there parking at Popham Beach State Park?
State-park lot, paid by car; closes when full. BeachMap shows Popham Beach State Park's real-time parking status (open, filling or full), reported by other beachgoers.
Is Popham Beach State Park free?
No, Popham Beach State Park is ticketed or paid (State-park lot, paid by car; closes when full).
What's at Popham Beach State Park?
Popham Beach State Park has restrooms, showers, lifeguard, wheelchair accessible.

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