A 2-mile barrier beach on Buzzards Bay with panoramic views and rolling surf. Features camping facilities, excellent bird watching in adjacent salt marshes, and consistent breezes for windsurfing.
Massachusetts Beaches
Chatham Lighthouse Beach
A picturesque beach beneath the historic Chatham Lighthouse with views of the constantly changing Chatham Bar and Atlantic Ocean. Popular for seal watching and long beach walks.
Long Beach (Rockport)
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.
Nahant Beach
A 2.5-mile beach on a causeway connecting Nahant peninsula to the mainland. Features a promenade ideal for walking and jogging with volleyball courts and convenient access from Boston and its suburbs.
Singing Beach
Named for the unique sound its sand makes when walked upon, this picturesque crescent beach features clear water and a historic bathhouse. Located in a charming coastal town accessible by train from Boston.
Good Harbor Beach
A scenic beach with soft white sand and a salt marsh. At low tide, visitors can walk to Salt Island, and the calm waters are perfect for swimming. Located in historic Gloucester on Cape Ann.