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Best Coastal Walks in Maine

From paved clifftop paths to rocky shoreline rambles, discover Maine's most scenic coastal walks with ocean views, lighthouses, and crashing waves.

1

Marginal Way (Ogunquit)

Paved, family-friendly clifftop path with nonstop ocean views between Ogunquit Beach and Perkins Cove.

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2

Ocean Path (Acadia National Park)

Acadia's classic shoreline walk past Sand Beach, Thunder Hole, and Otter Cliff with dramatic surf.

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3

Cliff Path (York Harbor)

Historic seaside stroll past Gilded Age cottages and rocky shoreline near York Harbor Beach.

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4

Portland Head Light Shore Path

Fort Williams Park trails with lighthouse views, rocky coves, and picnic spots in Cape Elizabeth.

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5

Rockland Breakwater

Nearly mile-long granite walk out to Rockland Breakwater Light with harbor and island vistas.

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6

Eastern Promenade Trail

Waterfront paved path in Portland with sweeping Casco Bay views, beaches, and easy access.

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7

Jasper Beach Shore Walk

A short, striking Downeast stroll on wave-polished stones in Machiasport with bold-coast views across Machias Bay.

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