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Historic Old Orchard Beach Remains Choice US Beach Destination

If you have never heard of Old Orchard Beach, then you ought to try investigating why this beach in the state of Maine has been a choice beach resort destination in the United States for more than 100 years. You might say that Old Orchard Beach is simply living up to its traditional reputation.

Visitors can get to enjoy its vast sandy beaches spanning seven miles all in all, sparkling ocean waters, the oceanfront amusement park, and its long boardwalk and pier when they come for a visit. If you dig history, it is possible to scout around other historic locales in the vicinity, such as the Kittery factory outlets, Kennebunkport, Scarborough, Saco, and Biddeford all found on the waterfront.

Though Old Orchard Beach itself is a tiny oceanfront resort town, there are many activities you, your family, and friends can participate in while on vacation. While your kiddies try their hand at building the biggest sandcastles they can (or perhaps burying one another in the sand up to their ears), you can take a swim in the clear waters of the ocean. Those who get up at the crack of dawn might want to saunter down the beach and explore the area. The pier alone is a marvel, built more than 500 feet into the seawater itself, which acts a focal point for the Old Orchard Beach community. During summer nights, fireworks lit from the pier grace the evening sky to delight the crowds that have gathered to watch. There are also live musical performances to entertain those who appreciate it. Since there are more than 4,000 campsites in the vicinity, you will probably be able to find lodgings to suit the size of your party.

Activities

If the sandy beach alone seems lacking for you, you can take part in other activities such as water sports like kayaking, wind surfing, parasailing, fishing and boating. There are also opportunities to try horseback riding, cycling, hiking or miniature golf whichever suits your fancy.

You may also hire charter boat rentals which will take you on canoe trips, whale watching tours, and lobster boat tours within the Scarborough Marsh Nature Center. Certain lighthouses in the area are also considered among the oldest in the state of Maine, with the best views of the surroundings that you can get.

Climate

The highest temperatures in Old Orchard Beach are usually felt in July and August, hovering between 80 degrees to 81 degrees Fahrenheit. Temperatures generally fall to the 30s (in Fahrenheit) starting in November and extending until February the following year. Fortunately, despite the heat experienced from July to August, rainfall is pretty regular in Old Orchard Beach, ranging from 3 to 5 inches throughout the year.

Directions

To get to Old Orchard Beach, you may head to Portland, Maine first then try to find your way along the southwestern coastline until you finally end up in Old Orchard Beach itself. You will find it relatively easy since Old Orchard Beach is situated just 20 minutes away from Portland itself.

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