Long Sands is, as you may expect, a long expanse of beach. It's best for a game of frisbee or volleyball at low tide. The best swimming is about the middle of the beach.
Parking is on the side of the road.
This beach is better for sunbathing at high tide than Long Sands. Follow Route 1A to the center of York Beach, a traditional New England beach town. The town is filled with family activities including an arcade, bowling, York's Wild Kingdom and Amusement Park complete with full zoo, a petting zoo, rides and more. Numerous sidewalk shops and places to eat. The Nubble Lighthouse - York, Maine.