This unusual town beach offers restroom facilities, lifeguards and a picnic area. Saco Saco beaches are part of a 7-mile stretch of sand that runs from Camp Ellis to Pine Point. Leashed dogs are allowed on town beaches in-season, and lifeguards are provided at Camp Ellis, Bay View and Kinney Shores. Ferry Beach State Park beach sits between Camp Ellis and Bay View beaches, on the same stretch of sand, and also has lifeguards. But keep in mind that dogs are not permitted on state park beaches.
Kids can spend hours digging in the sand.
Convention and Visitor's Bureau of Greater Portland Camp Ellis Beach End of Maine Hwy. At the terminus of Maine Highway 9, at the mouth of the Saco River where it meets the sea, Camp Ellis Beach gets smaller each year because of extensive erosion. Still you'll find deep, soft, white sand. At mid-tide, very shallow water stretches a great distance. You'll find limited on-street parking, but pay careful attention to the street signs that designate where parking is allowed.