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.
Chatham Lighthouse Beach
Massachusetts
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Nantasket Beach
Massachusetts
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.
Marconi Beach
Massachusetts
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.
Old Silver Beach
Massachusetts
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.
Horseneck Beach
Massachusetts
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.
Revere Beach
Massachusetts
America’s first public beach (established 1896) featuring a 3-mile crescent shoreline accessible by subway from Boston. Hosts the annual International Sand Sculpting Festival and offers diverse food options.
Wingaersheek Beach
Massachusetts
A family-friendly beach with calm water, white sand, and interesting rock formations for climbing at low tide. The shallow water and tidal pools make it ideal for children to explore and play.
Good Harbor Beach
Massachusetts
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.
Singing Beach
Massachusetts
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.
Herring Cove Beach
Massachusetts
A calmer beach on Cape Cod Bay side of Provincetown with warm, shallow water and sunset views. Popular with LGBTQ+ community and families, with opportunities for whale and seal watching.