A mile-long barrier beach connecting Rockport to Gloucester with views of Thacher Island’s twin lighthouses. Features a mix of sand and rock with good tide pooling opportunities at low tide.
Beaches for Swimming
Cisco Beach
A popular surfing beach on Nantucket’s south shore with consistent waves and extensive shoreline. Featured in the movie “Jaws” and accessible via the island’s bike path network with spectacular sunset views.
Joseph Sylvia State Beach
A 2-mile barrier beach connecting Oak Bluffs and Edgartown on Martha’s Vineyard. Features calm, shallow water ideal for families and the famous “Jaws Bridge” used for jumping into the channel.
Menemsha Beach
A small beach next to a working fishing village on Martha’s Vineyard, famous for having the island’s best sunset views. Known for fresh seafood available nearby and a relaxed, authentic atmosphere.
Sandy Neck Beach
A 6-mile barrier beach with diverse coastal habitats including maritime forest and salt marshes. Offers off-road vehicle access, primitive camping, and hiking trails through unique ecosystems.
Warren Falls
Not a traditional beach but a natural swimming area with cascading falls and emerald pools carved into bedrock. A popular summer destination for swimming and cliff jumping (use caution).
Bayside Park
A town beach on Malletts Bay of Lake Champlain with sandy shoreline and grassy areas. Features playground equipment, picnic facilities, and beautiful sunset views over the bay.
Red Rocks Park
A park featuring distinctive red rock cliffs overlooking Lake Champlain and a small beach area. Offers hiking trails through forest and along cliffs with spectacular views of the lake and Adirondacks.
Lake Eligo (Beach Rd)
A pristine lake in Vermont’s Northeast Kingdom with a small public beach area. Known for its clear water, natural setting, and peaceful atmosphere away from development.
Lake Iroquois Recreation District
A public beach on Lake Iroquois managed by surrounding towns. Features a swimming area with lifeguards, picnic facilities, and non-motorized boat access in a natural setting.