Fort Williams Park

Category: Park

Address: 1000 Shore Rd, Cape Elizabeth, ME 04107, USA

Phone: +12077990881

Opening hours

Sunday: 7AM–8PM

Monday: 7AM–8PM

Tuesday: 7AM–8PM

Wednesday: 7AM–8PM

Thursday: 7AM–8PM

Friday: 7AM–8PM

Saturday: 7AM–8PM

Reviews

Brandon Blankenship

May 21, 2022

Very beautiful place. I was in awe for the first time having never been to Maine or New England in general. I came back three times before leaving the area. Make sure to check everything out the park has to offer, not just the light house. Definitely get some lobster rolls and look at the view!

David Packer

May 15, 2022

Absolutely stunning! A must see! Hard to describe in words. Definitely make this part of your trip while in the Portland area. You won’t be disappointed! Plenty to see and do even if the weather is subpar! Check it out!

Lauren Woodworth

Feb 23, 2022

Such a beautiful place to spend time by the ocean. The forts are cool and fun to explore. Portland Head Light is one of the best lighthouses in the state and is a must see! Highly recommended stop if you are in Portland for the day

Z

Oct 17, 2021

Great spot to see the water as well as the lighthouse. Best part for us was being able to climb down on the rocks near the water to get very close to the water. Great pictures and really beautiful to look at. We didn't go to any of the other lighthouse spots so can't compare them, but everything was great about this place.

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Questions & Answers

Are dogs allowed?

Mayura Ludhani | Aug 18, 2018
p j | Aug 18, 2018

Yes, on a leash only with the exception of the farthest South end of the park. Maps at the park will show you where, also maps via internet and their own website.

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Is there a place to have a barbeque?

Zeeshan Hyder Bhat | Aug 18, 2019
Abraham Rodríguez | Aug 18, 2019

I think not, but there is a lot of food and many restaurants Zeeshan Hyder

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Parking available after Labor Day?

Joan Conroy | Sep 21, 2021
Nathan Greene | Sep 21, 2021

Parking is available year-round. Parking is free in the winter (Nov-March), and metered the rest of the year.

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Can you ride a bike through the park?

Dee Czarnik | Aug 17, 2020
Mary Daley | Aug 17, 2020

Sure. I do all the time.

Is the park open in January?

Nancy Niven | Aug 18, 2019
Doctor Benway | Aug 18, 2019

Yes

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How do you get to the castle?

Jessica Smith | Aug 18, 2019
Georgann Novak | Aug 18, 2019

The castle is easily seen from the entrance to the park. You can park in the lower lot and walk right up to the castle.

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Can one drive around to see the sights or must you walk? My husband is not able to walk very far.

Gloria Mueller | Aug 18, 2019
Chris Breen | Aug 18, 2019

I would say yes. You could drive near the lighthouse for a quick view. Then park by the rock beach. You could have a cook out there. You can grill your own food. You can enjoy the view.

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Can I watch the sun rise there?

richard violette | Aug 18, 2018
Bob Nevins | Aug 18, 2018

Yes, just walk in

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Do people fish

Dale Powers | Jul 18, 2022
Rebecca Little | Jul 18, 2022

Yes, but can be very treacherous. I'd recommend fishing off The Spring Point Lighthouse. Plan the tides.

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Are there public restrooms at Fort Williams Park?

Peggy Gannon | Nov 20, 2021
Rebecca Little | Nov 20, 2021

Port-o-potty's are throughout the park. It's a beautiful place to visit.

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What are the hours of this park? Hoping to get there early before the rush.

Luke Fortier | Aug 17, 2021
Hailey Marnell | Aug 17, 2021

Sunrise to sunset. Getting there prior to 10am seems to be the best way to beat the rush, but there is plenty of paid parking.

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Is there swimming there?

danica irwin | Aug 17, 2021
Louis C. | Aug 17, 2021

Better to go to Willard as they have a lifeguard in the summer but yeah you can swim in the cove between the cliff walk and old coastal gun battery

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Is there drinking water available? even faucet water would do

STELLAS RV ADVENTURES | Aug 17, 2021
Becky Demers | Aug 17, 2021

I did not see any drinking water when I was there last week.

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Can you launch a kayak from the beach

Rick Nadeau | Aug 17, 2021
Fort Williams Park | Aug 17, 2021

The beach is quite rocky, and there are often large boats passing by in Casco Bay. Kettle Cove or the Spurwink River in Scarborough might be better for a kayak.

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Where exactly is the bandstand, also known as the gazebo?

Lorel Nazzaro | Aug 17, 2021
Fort Williams Park | Aug 17, 2021

From the Bite Into Maine food truck, if you walk directly away from the water back toward Shore Road, you'll see it overlooking the tennis courts

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I was told the entry was free but it cost to park. Does anyone know the cost for parking?

Michelle Macdonald | Aug 17, 2021
Fort Williams Park | Aug 17, 2021

Minimum time is 2 hours, so the basic fee is $4. If you are willing to walk, there's an overflow lot near the Children's garden without a fee. Season passes are worthwhile if you come more than 4 times in a season.

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Can I reserve the park, for a wedding?

hermionesgirl79 | Aug 17, 2021
Brian Babinski | Aug 17, 2021

Wedding

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Hi. Is this place open to the public and free to visiters? Are the surrounding area free as well?

Daniel Perez | Aug 17, 2021
Fort Williams Park | Aug 17, 2021

There is no entrance fee, but you do need to pay the town for parking in the most popular lots. Check out the Children's Garden, which was funded by donations to Friends of Fort Williams Park.

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Can public fish from the shores

Darrin Ferguson | Aug 17, 2020
Fort Williams Park | Aug 17, 2020

Contact the Town of Cape Elizabeth for a fishing license.

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Are the paths shoveled/plowed/snowblower in the winter for wheelchair accessibility?

Katherine Seavey | Aug 17, 2020
Sergio Pavon | Aug 17, 2020

Yes. Pathways are clear to walk with dogs off leash.

Can you park overnight?

mike hanson | Aug 17, 2020
jeff simpson | Aug 17, 2020

Park closes at dark.

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Have a 31 ft motorhome is there a place for me to park

Jimmy Fekete | Aug 17, 2020
Rich Stevens | Aug 17, 2020

Yes, there are multiple parking lots that will accommodate your motorhome

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Is free overnight parking allowed in the area?

J P | Aug 18, 2019
Passeurs D'Images Foto | Aug 18, 2019

No Overnight Parking us allowed in the park

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Is there a parking fee yet at ft williams?

Georgia Woodbury | Aug 18, 2019
Ines Porter | Aug 18, 2019

They just started a parking fee. Visitors can buy a $2 per hr ticket at one of the many kiosks....with a minimum 2 hrs. $10 full day pass....or seasonal for $15. Residents of Cape Elizabeth are free with a pass.

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Can you walk up the light house tower

Toney Fitzgerald | Aug 18, 2019
George Smith | Aug 18, 2019

You can walk up to it. You cant go in and go up the stairs. Only look from outside...but its a beautiful spot and dont miss it if your in the area.

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What time does park open on Sunday

Lacey Clark | Aug 18, 2019
Tarek Hammour | Aug 18, 2019

Open at sunrise...

Can you have a wedding ceremony st fort Williams park?

Alicia Kenison | Aug 18, 2019
Annette yadira Rivera | Aug 18, 2019

Beautiful view for a wedding!

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Can you bring your own grill?

Megan Dvilinsky | Aug 18, 2019
gail thibeault | Aug 18, 2019

Not sure, but they have grills there

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Is climbing the buildings or the rocks allowed?

Tristan Hamilton | Aug 18, 2019
gail thibeault | Aug 18, 2019

You cannot climb on the mansion, but you can on the forts

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Is there restrooms here ?

C Mill | Aug 18, 2019
Russell Sprague | Aug 18, 2019

All the bathrooms in the park are port-o-potties.

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How much is the Park

Angela Vacchiano | Aug 18, 2019
Giuliana Motyczka | Aug 18, 2019

It's free!

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Can I fish there??

John Howard | Aug 18, 2019
The Traveler | Aug 18, 2019

Yes

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Is there any restroom?

sumit barua | Aug 18, 2018
Michael Stone | Aug 18, 2018

Yes

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Is there a good swimming beach area for children to swim and to walk the beach

Maria Walker | Aug 18, 2018
Rain Sugarhigh | Aug 18, 2019

I would not swim here.

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In the Children's Garden on Saturday July 14, there was a plant (all leaves, no flowers) that had such a familiar, "perfumey" smell that I couldn't quite place. I should have taken a picture of it to help with identification. Help, what might it be?

Sandra Finn | Aug 18, 2018
Dannette Killimger | Aug 18, 2018

There are herbs in the garden ur referring to

How many grills are at the park we will be arriving later in day around 3 and hoping to get a gril

Tonia Warner | Aug 18, 2018
Tonia Warner | Aug 18, 2018

Traveling from Vermont so I can only hope I will get lucky and have one available thank you

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Do I need a reservation for pavilion use or getting married there?

Jeanne Barton | Aug 18, 2018
Clifford Harris | Aug 18, 2018

Yes the pavilion is by reservation only

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Does the Portland Symphony Orchestra still play there on July 4th?

Ian Petcher | Aug 18, 2018
Hank Lang | Aug 18, 2018

The PSO is not planning to play this year at either the Eastern Prom or Fort Williams on the 4th.

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