Higgins Beach Travel Guide
Scarborough
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Popular places to visit
Scarborough Beach State Park
People flock to this state park for its beach offering great saltwater swimming conditions and its inland grounds with many scenic pathways.
Ferry Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Ferry Beach during your trip to Scarborough? Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Western Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Western Beach during your trip to Scarborough? Stroll along the beautiful beaches or visit the shops in this family-friendly area.
Cliff Walk
Follow in the footsteps of famed artist Winslow Homer as you stroll along one of Portland’s most scenic coastline walking paths.
Beech Ridge Motor Speedway
Catch an event at Beech Ridge Motor Speedway during your trip to Scarborough. Wander the seaside and beautiful beaches in the area.
Len Libby Chocolates
Enjoy a stop at Len Libby Chocolates, an entertaining place to visit in Scarborough. Amble around this family-friendly area's seaside or attend a sporting event.
Things to do
Ultimate Portland Self-Guided Driving GPS Audio Tour
Portland Smartphone Audio Tour: Self-Guided Drive
Downtown Portland: Coastal Vibe and Old Mansions with In-Add Audio Tour
Top hotels in Higgins Beach
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Portland DT/Maine Med
"Nice hotel with a great breakfast, clean and comfy bed."
Reviewed on 23 Jun 2026
Portland Harbor Hotel
"Staff is very friendly and helpful. Location is perfect."
Reviewed on 23 Jun 2026
Cambria Hotel Portland Downtown-Old Port
"The staff was fine but not always as helpful as they could have been. The rooms were great and the beds clean and comfortable. The shower floor needed to be cleaned but the rest of the place was great. It’s in a wonderful location so we could walk to all the places we wanted to visit. The airport ..."
Reviewed on 22 Jun 2026
Clarion Pointe South Portland
"Very nice people"
Reviewed on 23 Jun 2026
Ramada Plaza by Wyndham Portland
"Nice clean stay, shower had good pressures"
Reviewed on 20 Jun 2026
Portland Regency Hotel & Spa
"The bed was delightful- location is perfect. All the amenities on site you could need."
Reviewed on 23 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Higgins Beach
Pine Point
Travellers enjoy Pine Point for its beaches and gardens. Consider checking out Pine Point Beach while you're in the area.
Prouts Neck
While visiting Prouts Neck, you might make a stop by sights like Scarborough Beach State Park and Prouts Neck.
Grand Beach
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Grand Beach and surrounding area, you can visit Pine Point Beach and Scarborough Beach State Park.
Blue Point
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Blue Point and surrounding area, you can visit Pine Point Beach and Ferry Beach.
Dunstan
While there might not be top attractions in Dunstan, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Aquaboggan Water Park and Dunegrass Golf Club.
