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Sunrise Beach

5 Foster Ave, Marshfield, MA 02050, USA

781-831-1563, 781-536-2500 x. 294

https://www.marshfieldpolice.org/marshfield-beaches/pages/beach-descriptions

Owned By: Town of Marshfield

Sunrise Beach is a public ocean beach in Marshfield, on the Atlantic coast between Fieldston and Brant Rock. Located at the end of 9th Road, it offers seasonal lifeguards, Friday through Monday only.

FISHING ADVISORY: It’s important to know that some of our fisheries are contaminated with mercury, PFAS and/or other concerning substances. The Massachusetts Department of Public Health maintains an online database with up-to-date advisories regarding fish consumption, sorted by location. We recommend you consult this valuable resource when planning a fishing excursion.

Features

The following items/activities are prohibited: alcoholic beverages, littering, glass, fires, unleashed dogs, camping, dressing/undressing, power boats, water skiing, jet skiing. Raft/float use is subject to safety orders from lifeguards.

This land is within the region of the Massachusett (or Massachuseuk) and Wampanoag Native American tribes. To learn more about local tribes, we encourage you to interact with their members. The Mattakeeset band of the Massachusett, the Massachusett tribe at Ponkapoag, the Herring Pond Wampanoag, and the Mashpee Wampanoag also share information on their websites.

Trail Description

The beach area is very limited at higher tides.

Habitats and Wildlife

Sunrise Beach is located on Massachusetts Bay, on the Atlantic Ocean.

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5 Foster Ave, Marshfield, MA 02050, USA

Historic Site: No

Park: No

Beach: Yes

Boat Launch: No

Lifeguards: Lifeguards in season: Memorial Day to Labor Day

Hours: Dawn to dusk.

Parking: No public parking.

Cost: Beach access is free.

Trail Difficulty: Easy

Dogs: Dogs must remain on leash. Please clean up after your pet!

Boat Ramp: No

ADA Access: No

Scenic Views: Yes

Waterbody/Watershed: Atlantic Ocean

Other Things to Do at This Site

Fishing