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Colonial Acres Beach
West Yarmouth, Yarmouth, Massachusetts · Lewis Bay
4.5(231 reviews)
Yarmouth's bay-side neighborhood secret
A beach and marina at the end of Standish Way in West Yarmouth, with a wooden bridge and small parking lot. A seasonal portable toilet is listed; confirm current parking arrangements.
A beach and marina at the end of Standish Way in West Yarmouth, with a wooden bridge and small parking lot. A seasonal portable toilet is listed; confirm current parking arrangements.
Photo spot
The little wooden footbridge over the tidal channel at golden hour.
Arrive
anyCrowds
LowDogs
SeasonalSunsets
Great spotBest for
FamiliesQuiet
The beach
Lay of the land
- Orientation
- West-facing (sunset)
- Length
- ~0.15 mi
- Backshore
- Dune / flat
- Sand
- fine_soft
- Shade
- Open — no natural shade
Wildlife
Plan your visit
Parking & fees
$130
non-resident / season
- Lot size
- Small
Confirm current parking eligibility and charges with the town.
Getting there
- From Sagamore Bridge
- 28 min
- From Bourne Bridge
- 33 min
- Nearest urgent care
- AFC Urgent Care Hyannis (5 min)
- Cell signal
- good
Accessibility
- Beach wheelchair
- Not available
- Mobi Mat
- No
- Accessible parking
- 1 spaces
Dogs
No dogs Memorial Day–Labor Day.
Rules & activities
What’s allowed
AlcoholGrillsFiresDronesSmoking
Photo by Britt Isenberg via Google Places
Today
Water56°F
Next low4:47 PM(-0.4 ft)
Sunrise7:05 AM
Sunset5:44 PM
Conditions
WavesCalm water
Water70–74°F (July–Aug)
TidesLow variance
SharksLow risk
Jellyfishoccasional
Length~0.15 mi
Facilities
Restrooms
Colonial Acres Beach — good to know
Are dogs allowed at Colonial Acres Beach?
Dogs are not permitted at Colonial Acres Beach during the summer season — No dogs Memorial Day–Labor Day.
Does Colonial Acres Beach have lifeguards?
No — Colonial Acres Beach does not have lifeguards on duty, so swim with caution.
Are there restrooms at Colonial Acres Beach?
Colonial Acres Beach has public restrooms available in season.
What is the water like at Colonial Acres Beach?
Colonial Acres Beach is a sheltered harbor beach on Lewis Bay. 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 Colonial Acres Beach best for?
Colonial Acres Beach is especially good for families and quiet.
When is the best time to visit Colonial Acres Beach?
any.
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