This beach isn’t pure white, there are no swaying palm trees, and you don’t want to bask in a bikini here in January.
But, Naskeag Point is where I’d prefer to be. It has Maine character. And, more important to me, it’s not crushingly boring the way those Cayman Island beaches can be with their little-changing expanse of flat, shimmering water.
Naskeag’s beaches are adequate for basking, if you’re not fussy, and kids of all ages seem to enjoy the cold water there in summer. But, it’s a working harbor, and that makes all the difference. It’s full of fascinating sights and sounds. Here’s a reverse-direction image:
For some of us, in any weather, the Point is a place where you can go and unplug your brain to re-start it for better reception. (Images taken in Brooklin, Maine, on August 7, 2024.)