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Popham Beach State Park

Phippsburg, ME

Nature

A long sand beach at the mouth of the Kennebec where you can walk out to Fox Island at low tide; watch the incoming tide. Parking fee; the lot fills by late morning on summer days.

Nearest town
Phippsburg, ME
Category
Nature & parks
GPS
43.7370, -69.7960

Hours, fees and access change. Confirm with the operator or park before you go.

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