Is Horseneck Beach a good beach?

Overview. Swim and camp at one of the most popular beaches in Massachusetts. Located at the western end of Buzzard’s Bay, the 2-mile long beach is also great for bird watching.

Is Horseneck Beach Rocky?

Horseneck Beach is a great walking beach. It does get busy as it gets closer to noon on a weekend, but if you go right (looking at the water), you can almost have the beach to yourself. Going left can be a few people, but it is usually a bit more rocky.

Are there sharks at Horseneck Beach?

No, There Haven’t Been Shark Sightings Off of Horseneck This Year.

How much is it to park at Horseneck Beach?

The parking fee at Horseneck is $15 for Massachusetts residents and $40 for out-of-staters. The beach is open from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. every day. DCR has rolled out the app’s use at other areas, including Borderland State Park in Easton, with more to come.

Where is Horseneck Beach State Reservation in Massachusetts?

Overview of Horseneck Beach State Reservation Swim and camp at one of the most popular beaches in Massachusetts. Located at the western end of Buzzard’s Bay, the 2-mile long beach is also great for bird watching. Sunbathe or take a swim in the Atlantic.

Is there a beach at Horseneck in Westport MA?

Horseneck is a very pretty beach, wide, well kept, convenient parking, helpfully staffed, reasonable drop-off, perfect waves. It is also nearly completely unusable due to rocks everywhere. Just walking down to the water was a major challenge.

How much is parking at Horseneck State Park?

Horseneck is a gem of a beach, especially in the shoulder seasons when the weather is warm and the crowds are absent. Seniors who are Massachusetts residents can purchase a parking pass FOR LIFE (good at any MA state park) for just $10.

What to pack at Horseneck Beach State Reservation?

There are rocks, as at most New England beaches, so pack beach shoes. Expect to find high quality beach glass. Red seaweed is intermittent. Beware of dive-bombing seagulls and avoid leaving food unattended!