Enjoying the Coast
In Every Season
INSIDER TIP: Beyond Duxbury’s drive-on beach, lies the Gurnett Light and the quirky beach community along the Saquish peninsula. Though considered part of Plymouth, it’s only accessible via Duxbury, but well worth the four-wheel drive adventure. photo: Denise Maccaferri denisemaccaferriphotography.com
All the towns of the South Shore wrap around the coast, marshes, inlets, and harbors with ample town forests and parks in between. No matter the season, you'll find your favorite place for a morning walk, dog walk, picnic, sunrise, or sunset. There's really no limit – still, others are unmarked, and off the beaten path so keep your eyes open as you venture – but we suggest these favorites:
BEACHES
SCITUATE
Minot Beach
Egypt Beach
Peggody Beach
Humarock
MARSHFIELD
Rexhame Beach - Parking Fee
Jetty Beach
Green Harbour
Brant Rock Beach
Couch Beach
Landmark in Marshfield, North River, great place to camp or hike.
DUXBURY
Duxbury Beach- Parking Fee
Saquish
Shipyard Beach
KINGSTON
Grays Beach
PLYMOUTH
Plymouth Beach
3 miles of sandy beach which also has a Caribbean Style Beach Bar called Sandy’s
Seasonal Lifeguards, Parking $15
Nelson Beach
Long Beach
White Horse
PARKS
PLYMOUTH
Miles Standish State Park
Pilgrim Memorial State Park
Nelson Memorial State Park
Kids Playground & Beach
DUXBURY
Duxbury Beach Park
Bathrooms, snack bar, and fun beach restaurant- Blakeman’s open seasonally
Memorial Day-Labor Day
Drive on beach permit required / Can get at Town Hall Monday-Friday
MARSHFIELD
Stetson Meadows
Harbor Park
Peter Igo Park
Tennis, Basketball, Bocce, Pickleball
English Salt Marsh
Hiking, berry picking, fishing & camping with a permit
HANOVER
Forge Pond Park
NORWELL
Norris Reservation
Great for walking dogs with plenty of trails