10 ‘Hidden’ Beaches in Maine to Escape Crowds All Summer Long

Sweet summertime is upon us and for many throughout the state of Maine, there is simply no better place to be than at the beach.

Of course, at most beaches across the state, you're going to find a lot of people. As many coastal towns in Maine continue to break tourism records, the crowds at beaches continue to swell.

So how do you avoid those crowds? The answer is simple. You have to be willing to go to the places most people won't.

Sometimes that will require a hike through some woods. Other times you may need to use a canoe or a kayak. And every once in awhile, you just need to look and act like you've known a certain beach existed for your entire life to be welcomed in.

But those extra few steps or extra minutes in the car will be worth it when you reach a destination where the beach is unquestionably quiet and you have all the room you could ask for to spread out.

So keep reading but don't let the secret out. These 10 'hidden' beaches in Maine are quiet and pristine for a reason.