Every place below is listed and verified by Cape Cod Certified.
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Ocean / Atlantic
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)
BeachBay / Sound
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)
BeachHarbor
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.
Harbor
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)
Ocean / Atlantic
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)
Ocean / Atlantic
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)
Bay / Sound
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.