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.
Massachusetts Beaches
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.
Horseneck Beach
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.
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.
Old Silver Beach
A popular Cape Cod beach on Buzzards Bay known for warm waters, gentle slope, and western exposure perfect for sunset viewing. Divided into town resident and public sections with amenities at both.
Scusset Beach
A sandy beach at the start of the Cape Cod Canal with camping facilities and a 3,000-foot jetty popular for fishing. Offers excellent views of ships entering and exiting the canal.
Marconi Beach
Named for the site of the first transatlantic wireless communication, this beach features towering clay cliffs and expansive Atlantic Ocean views. Offers good surfing conditions and a less crowded atmosphere.
Nantasket Beach
A mile-long sandy beach with a historic beachfront area that was once home to the famous Paragon Park amusement center. Features a restored carousel, restaurants, and convenient access from Boston.