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Joseph Sylvia State Beach

CCC VisitedVerified Jul 7, 2026

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What is Joseph Sylvia State Beach like?

A calm, shallow two-mile barrier beach on Nantucket Sound, famous as a Jaws filming location. (Local note: Confirmed free roadside parking that fills on weekends; calm shallow family water)

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Joseph Sylvia State Beach

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Beach Rd, Edgartown, MA 02539

Rules from County of Dukes County — Beach Management (opens in a new tab). Check before you go; they change by season.

When should you go?

Best time to go

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Water62°FWaves 3.3 ft
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What’s there?

Faces
Not noted
Water
Shallow
Current
Calm, slow
Restrooms
Yes
Food
Not noted
Lifeguards
In season
Parking
Free
Dogs
Off-season only
Fishing
Not noted
Kayak / SUP
Not noted

What should you know before you go?

Parking

Free roadside parking ~2 mi along Beach Rd (~500 cars); fills fast

Stickers and fees

No sticker or fee; no oversand driving

Dogs

Off-season only

Best for

Calm Water, Families, History & Landmarks, Swimming

Where is it?

Beach Rd, Edgartown, MA 02539.

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Plan your beach day

Joseph Sylvia State Beach

Get directions (opens in a new tab)

Beach Rd, Edgartown, MA 02539

Rules from County of Dukes County — Beach Management (opens in a new tab). Check before you go; they change by season.

Where else can you swim in Edgartown?

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    Free parkingDogs: allowed (leashed)

    A small walkable public beach on Edgartown's outer harbor with calm water and no amenities. (Local note: Parking is the #1 problem (~6-8 spots) — effectively walk/bike-in)

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    Ocean / Atlantic

    Wasque Reservation

    Sticker or daily feeDogs: off-season only

    A wild dune-backed Atlantic point at the SE tip of Chappaquiddick where Atlantic and Sound waters collide. (Local note: Fishing forums describe the island's strongest, most unpredictable currents — swim only if very experienced)

    Listed & Verified · Verified 2026-06-22

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    Ocean / Atlantic

    South Beach (Katama)

    Free parkingDogs: not allowed

    A ~3-mile south-facing Atlantic barrier beach with heavy surf, dunes and free public access. (Local note: TripAdvisor reviewers warn of rough surf, strong undertow and a sharp drop-off; arrive early for parking)

    Listed & Verified · Verified 2026-06-22

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    Ocean / Atlantic

    East Beach / Cape Poge

    Sticker or daily feeDogs: off-season only

    A remote barrier beach and wildlife refuge on Chappaquiddick, best by OSV permit or a long walk. (Local note: Reviewers love the emptiness but note you need a 4WD permit to drive down and facilities are minimal)

    Listed & Verified · Verified 2026-06-22

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    Bay / Sound

    Bend-in-the-Road Beach

    Free parkingDogs: allowed (leashed)

    A narrow public beach along the Edgartown-Oak Bluffs Road where Beach Road bends near Nantucket Sound. Calm, protected water popular for kayak launches and gentle swimming. Great views of Chappaquiddick and the Edgartown Lighthouse.

    Listed & Verified · Verified 2026-06-25

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    Lighthouse Beach, EdgartownHarbor

    Lighthouse Beach

    Free parkingDogs: allowed (leashed)

    A long sweep of white sand at the tip of Edgartown Harbor, home to the iconic Edgartown Harbor Light — a white cast-iron lighthouse built in 1938. Calm, protected water makes it great for families. Walk the sandy spit to reach the lighthouse and take in sweeping views of Chappaquiddick and the harbor. Free parking nearby on North Water Street.

    Listed & Verified · Verified 2026-07-05

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