Pets are not allowed on state park beaches between April 1 and September 30. Pets must be on a leash under the physical control of the pet handler, must not be left unattended, and owners must immediately clean up after them.
Intoxicating beverages are not permitted in day use areas of Maine state parks, and disorderly conduct is prohibited.
No fires are allowed on beaches. Open fires are allowed only in grills or fireplaces provided by the Bureau of Parks and Lands, and fireworks are prohibited on state property it manages.
The general use of drones is prohibited in Maine state parks without direct oversight and guidance of an approved law enforcement agency or a Special Activity Permit.
A person may not smoke tobacco or any other substance in, on or within 20 feet of a beach, playground, snack bar, group picnic shelter, business facility, enclosed area, public place or restroom in a Maine state park.
Metal detectors are prohibited at state historic sites. In other state park areas they are allowed only by written permit obtained at the park.
Not verified here
We have not verified this rule for this beach yet. Check with the city before you rely on it.
We have not verified this rule for this beach yet. Check with the city before you rely on it.
We have not verified this rule for this beach yet. Check with the city before you rely on it.
We have not verified this rule for this beach yet. Check with the city before you rely on it.
Source: Maine Bureau of Parks and Lands - Rules for State Parks and Historic Sites · checked 2026-10-20. Rules change by ordinance and by season. When it matters, confirm with the posted signs.
Dogs at Popham Beach: Pets are not allowed on state park beaches between April 1 and September 30. Pets must be on a leash under the physical control of the pet handler, must not be left unattended, and owners must immediately clean up after them. Not allowed at Popham Beach: alcohol, fires & grills, smoking. Allowed only in places or at certain times: dogs, drones, metal detecting. Checked against Maine Bureau of Parks and Lands - Rules for State Parks and Historic Sites on 2026-10-20. Rules we have not verified for Popham Beach are marked as such rather than guessed on the beach rules page.