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Bass River Beach
South Yarmouth, Yarmouth, Massachusetts · Nantucket Sound
4.5(52 reviews)
Yarmouth's busiest, most fun day-beach
A beach at the Bass River waterfront, also called Smuggler’s Beach, with a fishing deck and boat ramp. The town lists seasonal bathrooms and a food concession. Check parking and seasonal service for your visit.
A beach at the Bass River waterfront, also called Smuggler’s Beach, with a fishing deck and boat ramp. The town lists seasonal bathrooms and a food concession. Check parking and seasonal service for your visit.
Photo spot
Boats threading through the channel from the long fishing pier at sunset.
Arrive
before_10amCrowds
HighDogs
SeasonalLifeguards
On dutySunsets
Great spotBest for
FamiliesFishing
The beach
Lay of the land
- Orientation
- South-facing
- Length
- ~0.5 mi
- Backshore
- Dune / flat
- Sand
- fine_soft
- Shade
- Some afternoon shade near bathhouse
Wildlife
Plan your visit
Parking & fees
$130
non-resident / season
- Lot size
- Large
Confirm current parking eligibility and charges with the town.
Getting there
- From Sagamore Bridge
- 33 min
- From Bourne Bridge
- 38 min
- Nearest urgent care
- AFC Urgent Care Hyannis (10 min)
- Rail trail
- 2 mi away
- Cell signal
- good
Accessibility
- Beach wheelchair
- Available
- Mobi Mat
- Yes
- Accessible parking
- 4 spaces
Dogs
No dogs Memorial Day–Labor Day.
Rules & activities
What’s allowed
AlcoholGrillsFiresDronesSmoking
Activities
Kayak rentals · Cape Cod Waterways Bass River (~5 min)
Safety & stewardship
Lifeguards on duty· Late June through Labor Day
Photo by Matthew Jennings via Google Places
Today
Water56°F
Next low2:49 PM(-0.3 ft)
Sunrise7:05 AM
Sunset5:43 PM
Conditions
WavesCalm water
Water70–74°F (July–Aug)
TidesLow variance
SharksLow risk
Jellyfishoccasional
Length~0.5 mi
Facilities
LifeguardsRestroomsShowersChanging rooms
Late June through Labor Day, 9am–5pm
Bass River Beach — good to know
Are dogs allowed at Bass River Beach?
Dogs are not permitted at Bass River Beach during the summer season — No dogs Memorial Day–Labor Day.
Does Bass River Beach have lifeguards?
Yes — Bass River Beach is staffed by lifeguards during the summer season (Late June through Labor Day).
Are there restrooms at Bass River Beach?
Bass River Beach has public restrooms and showers available in season.
What is the water like at Bass River Beach?
Bass River Beach is a Nantucket Sound beach on Nantucket Sound. Expect calm, gentle water that's good for young kids and easy swimming. Average summer water temperature is around 70–74°F (July–Aug).
What is Bass River Beach best for?
Bass River Beach is especially good for families and fishing.
When is the best time to visit Bass River Beach?
before_10am.
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