Higgins Beach
Scarborough





Visit Higgins Beach
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.
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.
Big 20 Bowling Center
You can enjoy the entertainment at Big 20 Bowling Center during your trip to Scarborough. Wander through the seaside and beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area.
Things to do

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Top hotels in Higgins Beach

Clarion Hotel Portland Airport ME
Clean room great pool and hot tub
Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026

Portland Harbor Hotel
The room was fantastically clean, nicely sized and the service was top notch. From the amazing valet, to the extremely welcoming front desk, to the stellar housekeeping, we will absolutely be back to stay again!
Reviewed on 19 Feb 2026

Cambria Hotel Portland Downtown-Old Port
The staff is excellent - efficient, gracious and always available to manage whatever comes up for the guest.
Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026

Portland Regency Hotel & Spa
Clean room, friendly staff, great restaurants & spa
Reviewed on 15 Feb 2026

Holiday Inn Portland-By the Bay by IHG
Very clean, quiet, easy parking, nice location close to shops
Reviewed on 18 Feb 2026

Long Creek Hotel by IHG
Privacy
Reviewed on 15 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Higgins Beach

Prouts Neck
While visiting Prouts Neck, you might make a stop by sights like Scarborough Beach State Park and Western Beach.

Pine Point
Travellers enjoy Pine Point for its beaches and gardens. Consider checking out Pine Point Beach while you're in the area.

Grand Beach
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Grand Beach and surrounding area, you can visit Grand Beach and Pine Point Beach.

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 Grand Beach.

Dunstan
While there might not be top attractions in Dunstan, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Aquaboggan Water Park and Big 20 Bowling Center.
