Cape Cod Beaches

Barnstable Beaches

Covell

9 reviews

Where: Craigville Beach Road, Centerville

Good for: Swimming, Volleyball, Walking

This beach it is quite popular due to its warm waters and mild surf. Parking is available for residents only, a bike rack is on site for those who wish to ride their bikes.

Craigville Beach

45 reviews

Where: Craigville Beach Road, Centerville

Good for: Swimming, Volleyball, Walking

A very popular beach, Craigville Beach has a sandy beach and warm waters. It can get crowded so best to get there early.

Cross St Beach

Where: Ocean View Avenue, Cotuit

Good for: Swimming

This small beach is located in a residential area of Cotuit. It is a good spot for swimming. There is a small lot available for parking

Dowses

23 reviews

Where: 348 E. Bay Road, Osterville

Good for: Swimming, Walking / Fishing

A peninsula beach, Dowses offers your choice of bay or ocean water. The sand is soft and the beach is lined with beautiful dunes. It is a wonderful spot for collecting shells. Parking is available for...

East Beach

2 reviews

Where: Hyannis Ave., Hyannis

Good for: Swimming, Walking

Soft sand and small waves. Quaint Cape Cod style cottages are located in spots along the beach. Limited number of spaces.

Eugenia Fortes (East)

Where: Iyanough Avenue off Marstons Avenue, Barnstable

Good for: Swimming, Walking

A small beach in a residential area, Eugenia Fortes is quiet beach with calm waters. A great beach for searching for seashells. Parking is limited.

Hamblin Pond

Where: just west of Rte. 149 in Marstons Mills, Barnstable

Good for: Swimming, Boating

This pleasant beach on a freshwater pond is a resident only beach. A good spot for swimming(has a roped off swimming area) and fishing for trout.

Hathaway's Pond

2 reviews

Where: Phinney's Lane, Barnstable

Good for: Swimming, Walking

A great family beach. There is a roped off area for swimming as well as grills, picnic tables, and a small playground. Hathaway's Pond is surrounded by conservation land so there are nice trails for ...

Joshua Pond

2 reviews

Where: Tower Hill Road, Osterville

Good for: Swimming, Walking

A resident only beach, Joshua pond is a nice spot to set up a picnic or sit on one of the benches and enjoy the view. The beach is sandy and good sized and the water is calm, perfect for swimming.

Kalmus Beach

19 reviews

Where: 670 Ocean St, Hyannis

Good for: Swimming, Windsurfing, Kiteboarding

Kalmus Beach is a large beach off of Nantucket Sound with plenty of room for younger kids to run around and explore. It is a popular beach with windsurfers and kiteboarders due to its consistent breez...

Long Beach

2 reviews

Where: Long Beach Road, Centerville

Good for: Swimming, Walking

A wonderfully large beach with water on either side. Long Beach is a popular place in the summer, but because of its size it rarely feels crowded. A great spot to swim and collect seashells. The beach...

Loop Beach

5 reviews

Where: Ocean View Avenue, Cotuit

Good for: Swimming, Fishing

A small residential beach that is located close to town. Loop beach has views of Nantucket Sound. It has one jetty and a point-style breakwater.

Lovells Pond

Where: Santuit-Newtown Road, Cotuit

Good for: Swimming, Walking

A resident's only beach, Lovell's Pond is a nice quiet place to enjoy a sunny day. The water is calm, perfect for swimming.

Millway Beach

7 reviews

Where: Phinney's Lane, Millway, Barnstable

Good for: Swimming, Walking

Located in the village of Barnstable this beach is for residents only. Small and located next to Barnstable Harbor it offers a great spot to watch the boats as well a nice views of Sandy Neck Lightho...

Oregon Beach

Where: Oregon Way, Cotuit

Good for: Swimming, Walking

This white, sand beach has beautiful views of Nantucket Sound. It offers a bit more privacy and a popular spot for surfcasting. Parking is limited.

Ropes Beach

1 review

Where: Old Shore Rd, Cotuit

Good for: Fishing, Boating

Located close to town, Ropes Beach has a narrow beach front. There is a boat launch located here.

Sea Street (Keyes)

6 reviews

Where: 175 Ocean Ave, Hyannis

Good for: Swimming, Walking

This beach is a family friendly spot to spend the day. The sandy beach and calm surf make it the ideal to spot to swim and sun bathe. Surrounded by a park, there are picnic tables and grills to use.

Veteran's Beach

6 reviews

Where: 480 Ocean St, Hyannis

Good for: Swimming, Volleyball, Walking

Veteran's Beach is a great spot to spend the day. Whether you are looking to swim, beachcomb, or play some beach games this beach can accommodate you. There is a playground, grills, park benches, and...