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Onset Beach

Bay / Sound

Onset Beach is Wareham's popular village beach on the protected waters of Onset Bay (part of Buzzards Bay), in the heart of historic Onset Village near the Onset Bay Pavilion bandshell. Its sandy, gently sloping shore and calm water make it a family favorite, with seasonal lifeguards (late May through Labor Day), restrooms, showers, a concession stand, and a kayak rental center on site. Open dawn to dusk.

Verified 2026-06-19Buzzards Bay Coalition; Town of Wareham

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Shell Point Beach

Bay / Sound

Shell Point Beach sits on a point overlooking the busy Onset Bay to the east and the calmer Shell Point Bay to the west. Its warm, shallow water and sandy shore backed by a grassy park make it especially good for families with small children, while the open western view is a fine sunset spot. A great launch point for kayaks and paddleboards, and you can walk the sand to neighboring Onset Beach.

Verified 2026-06-19Buzzards Bay Coalition; Town of Wareham

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