One of the most popular beaches in Wellfleet. Water temp in the high 50s to low 60s in the summer. Large number of people in their late teens, twenties and thirties, with a smaller number of families and older adults in the mix. The steep dune path. Lifeguards. Restrooms. Very big beach. Windy. Some waves. Attendants on duty. Volleyball. Scary Read more...
Along the southern shores of Chatham, Ridgevale Beach is a large, popular beach that offers both ocean swimming and, for the younger folks, calm creeks to splash around in. There’s also plenty of room to play favorite sand games, and seashells for collectors or for souvenirs. Big beach. Large parking. Attendant on duty. Lots of shells. Nearby cool little creek Read more...
One of the most popular beaches in Harwich, Red River Beach is long and quite spacious. Canoe/kayak launch. Bike ramp. Long beach with lots of room. Several rock jetties. Not too crowded. Large parking. Attendant on duty. Parking right off beach. Small waves. Lots of shells. Read more...
Grills. Lots of kids. Medium parking. Darker sand. Boats. Bike rack. Nice view of water. Very open. Around a lot of traffic – so not so peaceful. Lot right off beach. OK for handicapped access. Restrooms. Read more...
Chatham Lighthouse Beach sits below the watchful gaze of Chatham Light, an active lighthouse at the Coast Guard Station that aids in the navigation of Chatham Waters. Though typically closed to the public, Chatham Light is occasionally open to tourists during the summer months. Admission is free. Read more...
Bank Street is a popular town beach in Harwich. The warm waters of Nantucket Sound are great for swimming. Watch for the many sail and motor boats from of nearby Wychmere harbor that cruise the area. Medium parking. No attendant. A good-sized beach that is popular and often crowded. Private beaches on either side. Lots of shells. Some seagulls. Small Read more...