This Hidden Maine Beach is the Best Find Ever

I was nearly the only person at this amazing little beach in the Greater Portland, Maine, area.

It's so amazing, I almost don't want to tell you about it, but I'm too excited to keep this to myself. That blue dot on the beach is my chair on a pretty July day, and I was nearly the only one around.

Where is this amazing Maine beach?

This little gem is called Broad Cove Reserve, just off Route 88 in Cumberland. I am telling you, because it's really awesome! This was the view from the beach...

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There's free parking and a shuttle at this gem of a Maine beach

There's a big ol' parking lot, then about a half a mile from the lot (you must park in the lot) is the cove. Since I had never been...I thought, well...I could use a hike. Then a shuttle came by and picked me up! They run every hour. Parking AND a shuttle? I must be dreaming.

This Maine beach has so much character and fun sea creatures

I had the best time, and slowly a few other people showed up...but it was pretty much mine for the few hours I hung out. I was there at low tide and walked and walked and walked. And then I found this rock - that moved!

Careful where you step on this Maine beach

As I sat in my chair enjoying the minimal breeze on the hottest day of the year, I felt something under my foot!

This little guy wanted out of the sun, so I dug up some sand for him to bury under until the tide came in.

I loved every second of this little gem and can't wait to get back to it. Is there a beach or a sunny spot that is all yours? I swear, I felt like this beach was just for me. I don't know why other people weren't there. I mean, there's a shuttle, so there's no walking. It's beautiful water and so many little creatures to look at. If you're in the area, stop by!