Ogunquit Beach

One of my all-time favorite beaches. It's beautiful and clean with great wave action (for swimmers, not surfers). The town is touristy but very beautiful and artsy. Parking is limited, however, so be prepared to do some walking on a busy weekend. The main lot is right on the beach if you can get in, but $25, which seems excessive to me. Also pay attention to the tides. When the tide is in, the beach is reduced to a tiny strip of land that becomes impossibly crowded and uncomfortable. The nearby Marginal Way is one of the prettiest walks in Maine.