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Marginal Way Path, Ogunquit, Maine

Marginal Way walking path, Ogunquit, Maine


Article and photos by Eric Hurwitz -- updated for VisitingNewEngland.com on 5/21.2024 @newenglandinfo

Marginal Way in Ogunquit, Maine, stands as one of New England's most popular, beautiful summer coastal walks, but even with the warm season crowds this oceanside jewel resonates with a feeling of pristine, scenic solitude.

Lighthouse at Marginal Way, Ogunquit, Maine 

Walking the 1 1/4-mile paved walking path alongside the rocky cliffs and views of the majestic Atlantic Ocean, Marginal Way feels like Maine and looks like Maine in its highest quintessential form.

Marginal Way coastal scenery, Ogunquit, Maine


With salt-sea air intact to cleanse the soul, a plethora of stores and seafood restaurants at Perkins Cove on one side, and the spectacular stretch of sand and water at Ogunquit Beach on the other side, Marginal Way is Maine's version of the Oreo cookie: just as delicious on the inside (the walk) as it is on the outside (Perkins Cove, Ogunquit Beach).

Unusual tree at Marginal Way, Ogunquit, Maine 
Primarily a summer destination (with vibrant flowers along the way to enhance to overall experience), we also recommend walking Marginal Way (or sitting one one of the many benches along the way) in the fall time -- not much foliage, but colorful in its own right as a wonderfully refreshing autumn coastal New England spot to stroll.

Walking bridge at Marginal Way, Ogunquit, Maine
For more information on the wonderful town of Ogunquit, log onto the Ogunquit Chamber of Commerce web site. For more Maine travel ideas, click here.


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