Frequently Asked Questions

  1. Does York allow dogs on the beach? No dogs between the hours of 8:00am and 6:00pm from May 20th through September 20th. Required to be on leash.

  2. Does Ogunquit allow dogs on the beach? Not during peak season at any time.

  3. How can I get around from point A to point B in York & Ogunquit? Walking is the most popular, however, Uber & Lyft services are limited but there is a Beach Buggy Taxi Service for York & Ogunquit, as well as a Shuttle & Trolley service. Signs are posted throughout the town for pick-up and drop-off locations.

  4. Follow the York Harbor Tide Charts for all beaches to know when it’s low tide and high tide. It’s VITAL to a successful beach day.

  5. There are public bathrooms at every beach. Long Sands & Shorts Sands have outside showers. Ogunquit has a public restroom as well.

  6. What Canopies are allowed at the Beach? See left side graphic.

  7. Is there alcohol allowed on the beaches? No.

  8. How much is parking? York is $4/hr with some $20 flat fee private lots. Ogunquit is $7/hr to $40 for all day.

  9. Where do I enter for Marginal Way? Most popular is at Perkins Cove.

  10. How far is the airport from York & Ogunquit? Roughly 90 minutes depending on traffic.