Old Orchard Beach, located on the inner side of Saco Bay on the Atlantic Ocean, is a popular summer beach destination, with an amusement park called Palace Playland and the usual tourist-oriented businesses, including clam shacks and t-shirt shops. In 1898, the first Pier was built and over the years, storms and fires have damaged it several times, but this distinctive landmark has always been rebuilt.
location old orchard beach, maine
photographer patrick e connolly