AJ M.
6/20/2019
Sweet spot to visit on the cape. Can be very busy and full during peak season but gentle enough for the little ones to play in the water without too much worry. We enjoy walking out at low tide,...
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1699 Samoset Rd
Eastham, MA 02642
This beach in Cape Cod Bay offers two fantastic experiences, depending on the tide. At low tide, walk on the sandbar and spot crabs, clams, and tiny fish. Kids will love playing in the tidal pools. At high tide, lounge on the shore and go for a swim in the calm waters. High tide is typically when the whole area gets busier. Look out toward the Herring River estuary, and don’t miss the stunning sunset on the beach. Make sure you pack some snacks, as a portable toilet is the only public facility in the area. – Tripadvisor
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Sarah A.
9/15/2025
Great spot for sunsets! You can literally pull into the parking lot and, oh, look, there's a gorgeous sunset right there. No need to walk or hike to any special spot to see it. Great to swing by...
Susan M.
6/9/2024
Stunning. I've been going for 40+ years, and it never disappoints. Wonderful place, especially when mid-low tide - for kids! Bring fishing nets, buckets, etc. - it's a perfect family spot....
Marissa K.
11/3/2020
One of the best beaches in the area. Usually not too crowded. Sometimes there are wind surfers, which is fun to watch. Tide goes so far out you can walk for over a mile. Great for finding hermit...
Erik S.
8/2/2021
This is my favorite bayside beach on the outer cape. They have a good amount of parking but on a sunny warm day the spots fill up very fast. At high tide it may seem like a small beach area but at...
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