Higgins Beach

About Higgins Beach

Higgins Beach is Maine's surf capital, a small crescent of sand in Scarborough that punches above its weight. The beach break picks up more swell than most of the rocky Maine coast, and the local community has been surfing here since the 1960s. Fall is prime time—hurricane swells combined with offshore winds can produce legitimate barrels. Winter brings consistent nor'easter surf, though air temperatures regularly drop below freezing. The vibe is friendly but earned; show up consistently through the cold months and you'll find a welcoming crew.