There are plenty of beaches on the Maine coast. No doubt about that.

But if you are looking for something a little closer to home, there are beaches in Androscoggin County too.

Here are seven places to go and have fun this summer.

Range Pond State Park, Poland

Range Pond State Park is a wonderful family destination, with fishing spots, biking and hiking trails on top of its beautiful beach. Visitors can also boat and canoe; boats are limited to 10 horsepower and must take off at the boat launch.

Fees are $6 for Maine residents, $8 for adult nonresidents, $2 for senior residents, $1 for ages 5 to 11, and free for those under age 5.

The park is open 9 a.m. until sunset. Lifeguards, if available, are on duty mid-June to mid-August. If there are no lifeguards on duty, swim at your own risk.

Cherry Pond, Greene

Located off River Road in Greene, Cherry Pond is a quiet gem in this community tucked along the Androscoggin River. Be advised, there are no lifeguards, so swim at your own risk.

Lake Grove Park, Auburn

If you’re looking for more of a “kid friendly” beach destination, Lake Grove Park is the place to be. Located on the outskirts of Auburn at 2 Fair St., this spot has outdoor recreation, grills and even a playground. Although there’s not really any sand at this spot, there is lots of room for families to set up.

Lake Grove Park, formerly known as Municipal Outlet Beach and Park, offers picnic tables, gazebos and swimming in the outlet of Lake Auburn, which is across Route 4 from the lake and is the drinking water source for the two cities. Lake Grove Park is the only part of Lake Auburn open to swimming.

During the summer months, this destination offers a “Recreation Station,” run by the city’s park ranger team, which allows families to use games and activities such as cornhole while at the park. The rangers also have access to canoes, kayaks and paddle boats at the park for use when they are on duty.

But the rangers aren’t lifeguards. The city recommends swimming at your own risk.

The park is free and open to the public from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. daily. Auburn’s Park Ranger team is at Lake Grove Park from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m., Monday-Friday, and 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday.

Brettuns Pond Beach, Livermore

Brettuns Pond Beach is only available to Livermore residents and requires a beach pass, which is free for residents at the Livermore Town Office at 10 Crash Road.

Visitors can set up for the day at the beach, where you can swim, fish or take out a boat. Those using the beach’s boat launch do not need a beach pass, because Brettuns Pond is considered a public pond.

There are no lifeguards at Brettuns Pond, so swim at our own risk.

There’s some parking at this spot, although you may need to walk a little bit if the area is full.

Stinchfield Beach, Leeds

Located along Stinchfield Beach Road, this beach is only available to Leeds residents, with signs on the road discouraging nonresidents.

From playing in the sand to taking a swim in Androscoggin Lake, this beach has a lot to offer. There is also a small boat launch for kayaking and canoeing.

Stinchfield Beach is open daily from 6 a.m. to 9 p.m.

Bear Pond Beach, Turner

Located off Route 219 in Turner, Bear Pond is known for its clean water. In the summer its beach becomes the place to be in hot days.

The beach is only available to Turner residents through passes provided through the town. The cost is $15 for the season.

With over 200 feet of sandy beachfront, Bear Pond beach offers plenty of room for families and/or those with kayaks and canoes and enjoy pond’s beauty.

The beach also provides a large, shaded picnic area.

It is open daily from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. from the Friday of Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day.

There are no lifeguards at Bear Pond Beach, so please be cautious when swimming.

Tripp Lake Beach, Poland

Located in West Poland at 592 Bakerstown Road, Tripp Lake Beach features 250 feet of beach.

There’s a lot of activities beachgoers can enjoy, from relaxing in the sun to enjoying a swim along Tripp Pond, also known as Tripp Lake. Kayaks and canoes can be launched on the right side of the beach.

Poland residents and nonresidents are allowed to use the beach. Nonresidents must purchase a beach pass at the town’s Park and Recreation Office, at 1219 Maine St. Passes are $5 per car for a single day to $50 for the whole season.

The beach is open June 15 to Sept. 15 from dawn to dusk.

There are no lifeguards at the beach, so swim at your own risk.