Orchard Beach

Orchard Beach
FAQ

Everything you need to know before your beach day.

What are the beach conditions at Orchard Beach today?

Orchard Beach sits on the Long Island Sound. Our conditions page shows today's water temperature, surf height, wind, UV index, tide times from NOAA station 8518750, and rip current risk. Everything is pulled live from NOAA and Open-Meteo and refreshes through the day.

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Where do you park at Orchard Beach?

Park at Orchard Beach in lots like Orchard Beach Main Lot, Pavilion Overflow Lot. Our parking page maps every option with addresses, rates from $8/car (in season) and a live crowd-based availability estimate so you can plan ahead and skip circling.

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Where should you eat at Orchard Beach?

At Orchard Beach, don't miss the Pernil (Roast Pork) at Pavilion Vendors. Our dining page pulls live ratings and hours from Google Places and highlights the local dishes worth ordering.

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What boat trips run from Orchard Beach?

Boats leave Orchard Beach from City Island, including the City Island Sailing School — dolphin watches, sunset sails, kayak tours and fishing charters. Our things to do page lists the operators, departure times and prices.

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What's happening at Orchard Beach this week?

Orchard Beach hosts Sunday Salsa at the Pavilion and more. Our events page pulls the current week's lineup so nothing sneaks up on you.

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At Orchard Beach, the sun sets at 7:57 PM today — about 13h 52m of daylight. Sunrise was 6:05 AM. Live water temperature, surf height, UV index, wind and tide for Orchard Beach update at the top of the conditions page.