516 Pond St, East Bridgewater, MA 02333, USA
A warm-water pond in Halifax and East Bridgewater, suitable for fishing, swimming, paddling, and small boats. Gravel launch ramp.
200 Hull Shore Dr, Hull, MA 02045, USA
In addition to the expansive Nantasket Beach Reservation, the town of Hull has a 2-mile stretch of town-owned public beach. Located just north of the DCR’s David Cook Comfort Station, […]
387 Forest Ave, Cohasset, MA 02025, USA
Cohasset beach, open to the public, with 150 feet of rocky coastline. Also known as Rocky Beach.
345 Atlantic Avenue, Cohasset, MA, USA
Private beach for Cohasset residents with over 300 feet of well-maintained sandy coastline on Massachusetts Bay. Seasonal rest rooms and snack bar. Cohasset sticker required for parking.
66R7+WQ Scituate, MA, USA
This 3/4 mile-long barrier beach extends into the Gulf River from Scituate and defines the northwest side of Cohasset Harbor. It is only accessible by boat. It is open to […]
26 Silva St, Carver, MA 02330, USA
This 21-acre natural pond features a small sandy beach and a forested shoreline. Suitable for swimming, fishing, paddling and seasonal ice skating.
1 Ryder Way, Plymouth, MA 02360, USA
Plymouth’s largest town beach. Officially open Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day.
Fresh Pond Park, 220 Bartlett Rd, Plymouth, MA 02360, USA
Large pond in woodland setting in Manomet with a public beach, seasonal lifeguards, and a launch area for non-motorized boats. Also features a small playground area and some short forest […]
44 Landing Rd, Duxbury, MA 02332, USA
A small town-owned beach off Bay Road, on Kingston Bay. Located at the end of Landing Road.
82-90 Bridge St, Weymouth, MA 02191, USA
A small grassy park in North Weymouth, at the foot of the Fore River Bridge. Features a 0.25-mile paved walking trail and numerous benches, with views of King’s Cove, the […]
Safford St, Braintree, MA 02184, USA
A scenic park in South Braintree designed for fishing, paddling, and seasonal swimming. Facilities include a gazebo, picnic tables, a playground, a launch for non-motorized boats, and seasonal restrooms. There […]
40 Lakeview St, Carver, MA 02330, USA
This large pond in South Carver is a great spot for fishing, paddling and swimming. Features a paved town access ramp and a sandy beach, at separate locations on Lakeview […]
212 Nantasket Ave, Hull, MA 02045, USA
This pleasant sandy beach is open to the public. It can get quite busy in the summertime! It features a long stretch of shoreline, a 1-mile paved/concrete walking path, plus […]
144 Wessagussett Rd, Weymouth, MA 02191, USA
Located in North Weymouth, this small public beach is also known as “old beach.” It is located on the Fore River, not far from the Atlantic Ocean. Facing west, it […]
205 Taylor Ave, Plymouth, MA 02360, USA
A beautiful ocean beach in the village of Manomet. Limited public access in the summer. Also known as Taylor Avenue Beach. Large sections of the beach and dunes are fenced […]
166 Hedges Pond Rd, Plymouth, MA 02360, USA
Large (105-acre) woodland park with a 26-acre pond. Features include: a sandy swimming beach, recreational facilities, a 2.25-mile trail loop, picnic tables, and a small playground. Seasonal restrooms. Suitable for […]
101 Lookout Point Rd, Plymouth, MA 02360, USA
A beautiful, secluded spot on Ellisville Harbor with marsh views and a short trail to the beach. A prime location for birding! Extend your visit to the area with a […]
Morton Park Rd, Plymouth, MA 02360, USA
Plymouth’s largest park, located between Little Pond and the Billington Sea, features 200 acres of forest, wetlands, trails and shoreline, and is a popular location for fishing and birding. Amenities […]
194 Cranberry Rd, Carver, MA 02330, USA
Myles Standish State Forest is large — more than 12,400 acres. Many rare habitats and species can be found here including Pine Barrens, frost pockets, coastal plain kettle ponds, as […]
1861 State Road, Plymouth, MA 02360
Located in the Ellisville section of Plymouth, this scenic property is perfect for a short walk. A half-mile trail extends along a ridge above the salt marsh and shoreline, with […]
The Center, at Center Hill Preserve, 158 Center Hill Rd, Plymouth, MA 02360, USA
This diverse 98-acre property features a 2.4-mile trail network that traverses woods, wetlands, ocean shoreline, as well as a former cranberry bog. Located on Cape Cod Bay. Rocky, but otherwise […]
2522+2Q Halifax, MA, USA
This sandy beach is located on Lingan Street, on the shore of West Monponsett Pond. It features grass and open forest, with a picnic area and a boat launch site. […]
30 Atlantic Ave, Hull, MA 02045, USA
This tiny property on the Hull-Cohasset line provides paddling access to the 92-acre Straits Pond. Part of the Weir River Estuary Park.
99 Ship Yard Ln, Duxbury, MA 02332, USA
This small sandy beach on Duxbury Bay requires a resident parking sticker. Launch your canoe or kayak here to explore the bay.
95 Otis St, Hingham, MA 02043, USA
This multi-purpose park on Hingham Harbor features a beach for swimming, lawns, shade trees, a 0.25-mile brick walkway trail, seasonal restrooms and concessions, and a bandstand, plus interpretive signage about the […]
George Lane Beach, Weymouth, MA 02191, USA
Located on a peninsula between the Fore and Back rivers in North Weymouth, this beach offers a large parking area and restrooms for residents and non-residents, as well as a […]
Weymouth, MA 02188, USA
Small playground in the Idlewell neighborhood in Weymouth, with a baseball field, a basketball court, and a large grassy area. Located on Mill Cove on the Fore River. A small […]
Smith Beach, Braintree, MA 02184, USA
A small sandy beach on the Fore River. Also known as Swift’s Beach and Lt. G. Murray Smith Beach. Part of the Monatiquot River Walk (1 mile). Walking trail along the […]
255 Water St, Plymouth, MA 02360, USA
Beachfront playground with picnic tables, benches and a large grassy area. Small sandy beach, plus launch ramp for canoes and kayaks. 3.9 acres. Paved walking trail with direct link to […]
Grays Beach Rd, Kingston, MA 02364, USA
Town park and small beach with recently-renovated (2023) playground (Note: still under construction), athletic courts, paved walking loop, picnic area, and seasonal restrooms. Open to the public year-round. Resident and […]
Minot Beach, Scituate, MA, USA
A sandy beach with beautiful views of Minot Ledge Light and Massachusetts Bay. Access at the corner of Gannett Road & Glades Road, via a passageway on the left side […]
Peggotty Beach, Scituate, MA 02066, USA
Busy protected beach with a half-mile, of coarse, hard packed sand and relatively warm water. Access from Peggotty Beach Road. Within walking distance is downtown Scituate Harbor with shops, restaurants […]
371-387 Mast Rd, Plymouth, MA 02360, USA
Five contiguous nature preserves totaling 550 acres. Featuring ponds, pine barrens, beech and mixed hardwood forests, with more than 6 miles of trails. Canoeing is permitted on Halfway Pond itself, […]
Sand Hills, Scituate, MA 02066, USA
Small sandy neighborhood beach that grows narrow at high tide. Access from Oceanside Drive. Convenience store within walking distance.
Egypt Beach, Scituate, MA 02066, USA
Small, stony beach, suitable for swimming, although the water may be cold! Located between North Scituate and Sand Hills. Convenience store within walking distance. Popular among surfers.
5 Foster Ave, Marshfield, MA 02050, USA
Public beach in Marshfield, on the Atlantic coast between Fieldston and Brant Rock. Seasonal lifeguards, Friday through Monday only. Located at the end of 9th Road.
110 Old Beach Rd, Marshfield, MA 02050, USA
Public beach with seasonal lifeguards, Friday through Monday. The most reliable way to access this beach is on foot, walking south along the shore from Rexhame Beach. There is no […]
MARS-M05-07, #11A, Marshfield, MA 02050, USA
Public beach with seasonal lifeguards, portable restrooms and a jetty. Resident parking. Located at the end of Beach Street.
330 Ocean St, Marshfield, MA 02050, USA
Public ocean beach with seasonal lifeguards and restrooms. Resident and non-resident parking. Located at the intersection of Ocean Street and Dyke Road. Best at lower tides.
260 Gurnet Rd, Duxbury, MA 02332, USA
The southern portion of Duxbury Beach requires a permit to park or to drive over sand, but pedestrian access is free. Access to Duxbury Bay for shellfishing and paddling. Note: […]
260 Gurnet Rd, Duxbury, MA 02332, USA
The Town of Duxbury’s public beach, with access to Duxbury Bay for shellfishing and paddling. Cash parking fee. No sticker required. Enter from Marshfield, following Canal Street to Gurnet Road. […]
370 Powder Point Ave, Duxbury, MA 02332, USA
This landmark, open to the public, offers gorgeous views of Duxbury Bay and access to Duxbury Beach Park and Duxbury Beach Reservation. A popular spot for fishing. Launch your canoe, […]
350 Plymouth Street, Pembroke, MA, USA
Small pond in a quiet setting, ideal for fishing, swimming, paddling, and seasonal ice skating.
Furnace Pond Beach, Furnace Colony Drive, Pembroke, MA, USA
Large pond in neighborhood setting, ideal for fishing, paddling and seasonal ice skating.
24 Marshfield Ave, Humarock, MA 02047, USA
Scituate Town Beach property, accessible through Marshfield. Sandy in the summer, rocky in the winter, Humarock is a barrier beach, 3 miles in length. On one side is the Atlantic […]
325 Standish St, Marshfield, MA 02050, USA
This public beach offers a seasonal snack bar, lifeguards, and restrooms, as well as a small fenced-in toddler playground. It is a popular access point for paddlers and swimmers. Trails […]
North River, Marshfield, MA 02050, United States
This 20-acre parcel of town-owned land features one of the few sandy beaches on the North River. Water access for small and mid-size boats. Trail access from Couch Memorial Cemetery. […]
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Located at the mouth of the North and South Rivers, this popular summertime beach, a sand spit, is also known as Sandy. Low tide provides more real estate on which […]
