Where: North Pamet Rd, Truro View Map
Water Type: Salt water
Type: Surf
Good for: Surfing, Bodyboarding, Swimming, Fishing
Located on the ocean side, Ballston Beach is a picturesque spot to enjoy the day. Lining the beach are the hills that Edward Hopper painted in much of his artwork. There is good surf making this a popular beach for surfers and bodyboarders. Parking is available for Truro beach sticker holders only.
annmarie c.Shelburne, VT2 reviewsMember since: Apr 2009
Beautiful, easy to get to, quiet, lots of space for long walks, and watching seals and whales.
Andrew M.2 reviewsMember since: Jun 2020
Basically felt like a more private version of the Wellfleet beaches - lots of beach space and big dunes, and since the parking lot is near a tidal basin you don't have to actually climb up or down a dune to get there. Bathrooms were very clean porta potties.
Michael C.Essex Junction, VT3 reviewsMember since: Jul 2014
Luv the Dunes & first option when windy on Bay side
Susan B.New York, NY2 reviewsMember since: Feb 2019
It's long and beautiful with a perfect balance of quiet and happy beach-goers. There is no nicer walk anywhere than through the beachgrass onto this beach.
Bridget W.Plymouth, MA2 reviewsMember since: Apr 2018
I love the rough wild beaches, big waves, and spectacular views.
Cindy A.Simsbury, CT2 reviewsMember since: Jun 2019
great walking beach - beautiful sunsets
Michel P.2 reviewsMember since: Mar 2018
Just perfect. Not overcrowded. Big waves (6-8 feet). Clean. Lots of seal and even a shark sighting (for those who like that kinda stuff)
Brenda E.Medway, MA2 reviewsMember since: Jun 2016
Ballston Beach was easy to access, especially with all the beach gear in tow. I prefer the ocean side to bay side. It had a great sandbar so the kids could go out and jump in the waves and not be too deep.
Katharina S.Wellfleet, MA2 reviewsMember since: Aug 2017
We like the nature around the beach, it is lovely.
JOHN S.Cooperstown, NY2 reviewsMember since: Oct 2017
Constantly changing from year to year but always enjoyable. Water a bit chilly at our time of year. Great for walking.Love the extensive sand bars in years when they are present.
Christine C.Wilmette, IL3 reviewsMember since: Jul 2014
Our kids (12 and 13) love the big surf on the ocean side, but they're both good swimmers and are cautious-- they'll get out if seals are lingering too closely and stay where they can touch bottom. Younger kids will like Ryder and Fisher Beaches. Beautiful, calm and much warmer water-- and uncrowded is an understatement. I you want to find playmates you may need to go to a busier beach!
Claudia .Takoma Park, MD2 reviewsMember since: Feb 2016
Ballston Beach is beautiful, especially early in the morning. In fact, we got married there.
William F.Charlottesville, VA2 reviewsMember since: May 2016
Beautiful dunes, secluded if you walk far enough from entrance.
Jan E.UK2 reviewsMember since: Feb 2007
Easy access, beautiful sandbars, great waves and loads of curious seals popping up to look at us!