Ogunquit, is a town in York County, Maine, United States. As of the 2000 census its population was 1,226. With the motto "Beautiful Place by the Sea," Ogunquit is a popular summer resort.
Ogunquit is part of the Portland-South Portland-Biddeford, Maine Metropolitan Statistical Area.
Ogunquit is also known for its historical trail known as Marginal Way, which stretches approximately one and one-half miles along the craggy coastline. The walk is scenic, embracing the coast from Perkins Cove to Ogunquit Beach. Today, Ogunquit remains a vibrant seasonal resort town, having separated from Wells in 1980. Visitors often arrive from great distances and in great numbers, some from Canada.
Over the past 100 years, Ogunquit has become a destination for gay and lesbian tourists, and features numerous gay-owned and -operated hotels, restaurants, bars, theaters, and other businesses. Most of the gay-oriented businesses are in the Village area of the town.