An Accessible Day in York, Maine: Village, Harbor and Beaches

York, Maine is really several places in one town: York Village with its historic buildings, York Harbor with its quiet waterfront, and York Beach with Long Sands, Short Sands and Nubble Lighthouse. It is about 20 minutes from Portsmouth and close to our shop in Hampton Beach.

Morning: Nubble Lighthouse

Start at Nubble Lighthouse before the parking lot fills. The view is right from the park.

Midday: York Beach

Short Sands has the shops, arcades and food. The area is busy in summer but compact, and a Pride GoGo travel scooter handles the sidewalks well. For sand time, head to Long Sands with a beach wheelchair.

Afternoon: York Harbor and the Village

York Harbor is quieter, with water views and a slower pace. York Village has historic buildings around the green. Some older sidewalks are uneven, so ride slowly or have a companion push a transport chair.

Where to stay or go next

Ogunquit and Wells are just north. See the Marginal Way and Wells. More in our York rental guide.

Book your rental

Add what you need on our rent page and pick your dates, or call or text (603) 395-1246. Pickup at 45 Ashworth Ave in Hampton Beach is free, and we can quote delivery anywhere in New England.

Oceans Mobility · 45 Ashworth Ave, Hampton Beach, NH · (603) 395-1246 · Serving all of New England.