The Ultimate Family Guide to Ogunquit Beaches

The best family beaches in Ogunquit are Ogunquit Beach, Footbridge Beach, Moody Beach and Little Beach, and with small kids the main Ogunquit Beach is the right call. It has restrooms, outdoor showers and beach wheelchairs, and the town’s lifeguard stations line it from late June to Labor Day. Footbridge Beach is the quieter northern stretch, reached over a footbridge, with a snack shack and its own guards. Moody Beach is long and sandy with a station at the Wells town line, and Little Beach is a tiny cove off the Marginal Way with no lifeguard.

Ogunquit Beach

Ogunquit Beach is the easy choice, with lots of space and everything you need near the main lot.

• Lifeguards: Ogunquit Ocean Rescue staffs stations along Main Beach, Footbridge Beach and up to the Moody Beach town line from late June to Labor Day, but the town warns that large sections of the beach are far from a manned station. Swim near an on-duty guard and check the flag first (Town of Ogunquit).
• Key Amenities: Features convenient restrooms, outdoor showers, and accessible beach wheelchairs.
• Tip: Arrive before 9:00 AM or take the local trolley to skip the parking hunt.

Good to know: The main lot fills very fast in peak summer, so come early.

Footbridge Beach

For parents who want to skip the main crowds, Footbridge Beach is reached over a footbridge across the river.

• The Beach: A quieter, more secluded stretch of sand that is perfect for building epic sandcastles without interruption.
• Key Amenities: Includes a handy snack shack, restrooms, and showers for a quick rinse.
• Tip: Pack light. The walk over the bridge is pretty, but you carry everything.

Good to know: You need a daily parking permit in peak season, so check the rules ahead of time.

Moody Beach

Moody Beach is a quiet stretch for families staying in the cottage rentals nearby.

• The Beach: A long sandy stretch with slightly more active waves that older kids will love jumping in.
• Key Amenities: Basic facilities including public access points and trash receptacles.
• Tip: Locals use it, so walk or bike from your rental if you can.

Good to know: Public parking is very limited, so don’t plan on driving to the sand.

Little Beach

Little Beach is a small cove near the Marginal Way, a quick stop on a walk rather than a full beach day.

• The Beach: A tiny cove among the rocks. It is not one of the town’s lifeguard stations, so an adult stays in the water with small children.
• Key Amenities: Easy access and nearby bench seating for tired parents.
• Tip: Combine it with a morning walk on the Marginal Way.

Good to know: There is no parking of its own, so park in town and walk.

FAQs About Family Beaches in Ogunquit

Are these beaches stroller friendly?

Most of these family beaches in Ogunquit have paved access points, but the soft sand can be tricky for standard strollers. We recommend a beach wagon with wide tires or a baby carrier for the easiest transport.

Which beach is best for toddlers?

The main Ogunquit Beach, near one of the lifeguard stations, which are staffed from late June to Labor Day. Check the flag before small children go in (Town of Ogunquit).

Do I really need to arrive before 9:00 AM?

In peak summer, yes. The main lots fill quickly, and arriving early gets you a spot close to the sand.

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