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.

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Craigville Beach

47 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.

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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

26 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...

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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 ...

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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.

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Kalmus Beach

22 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...

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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...

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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.

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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.

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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...

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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.

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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.

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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...

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Wequaquet Lake

1 review

Where: Shootflying Hill Road, Centerville

Good for: Swimming, Walking

A residents only beach, Wequaquet Lake, is great for canoeing, kayaking and other boating activities. There is also a nice, quiet beach for relaxing.

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