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.
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.
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.
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
"The property was very clean and quiet. The outside parking was ample and the surface had just been re-paved. The room was clean and comfortable, the a/c worked great and we had plenty of hot water with adequate water pressure. Breakfast was simple (bagels, waffle, cereal, eggs/sausage)but adequate. ..."
Reviewed on 19 Jun 2026
Portland Harbor Hotel
"Beautiful hotel, great location, friendly associates, but would not return to this location. Unfortunately many negatives.They offer what they call is a “kitchen” on every floor- coffee maker did not work and the ice machine did not work- spoke to an associate and was told coffee machine has been ..."
Reviewed on 20 Jun 2026
Cambria Hotel Portland Downtown-Old Port
"I loved staying at Cambria in Portland. The location was perfect; the rooms were spacious and clean. The pillows were really comfortable. The staff was excellent."
Reviewed on 20 Jun 2026
Clarion Pointe South Portland
"Basic but did as described. Room okay but had a dripping shower. Breakfast, again basic but sufficient."
Reviewed on 20 Jun 2026
Ramada Plaza by Wyndham Portland
"Nice clean stay, shower had good pressures"
Reviewed on 20 Jun 2026
Portland Regency Hotel & Spa
"We had a great stay? The staff was very attentive to our needs. The hotel is in a great location!!"
Reviewed on 21 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.
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.
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.
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.
