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Parkers River Beach
South Yarmouth, Yarmouth, Massachusetts · Nantucket Sound
4.6(29 reviews)
Yarmouth's family-amenity flagship
A South Yarmouth shoreline stop with a playground, gazebo and seawall walk. Seasonal bathrooms, showers, a food concession and paid summer parking are listed by the town.
A South Yarmouth shoreline stop with a playground, gazebo and seawall walk. Seasonal bathrooms, showers, a food concession and paid summer parking are listed by the town.
Photo spot
The Sunday-evening concert at the gazebo with sunset over the sound.
Arrive
before_10amCrowds
HighDogs
SeasonalSunsets
Great spotBest for
FamiliesPlayground
The beach
Lay of the land
- Orientation
- South-facing
- Length
- ~0.4 mi
- Backshore
- Dune / flat
- Sand
- fine_soft
- Shade
- Open — no natural shade
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
- 31 min
- From Bourne Bridge
- 36 min
- Nearest urgent care
- AFC Urgent Care Hyannis (8 min)
- 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 (~10 min)
Photo by Actovania via Google Places
Today
Water56°F
Next low2:49 PM(-0.3 ft)
Sunrise7:05 AM
Sunset5:44 PM
Conditions
WavesCalm water
Water70–74°F (July–Aug)
TidesLow variance
SharksLow risk
Jellyfishoccasional
Length~0.4 mi
Facilities
RestroomsShowersChanging rooms
Parkers River Beach — good to know
Are dogs allowed at Parkers River Beach?
Dogs are not permitted at Parkers River Beach during the summer season — No dogs Memorial Day–Labor Day.
Are there restrooms at Parkers River Beach?
Parkers River Beach has public restrooms and showers available in season.
What is the water like at Parkers River Beach?
Parkers 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 Parkers River Beach best for?
Parkers River Beach is especially good for families and playground.
When is the best time to visit Parkers River Beach?
before_10am.
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