Bay / Sound
Seagull Beach
Yarmouth's largest beach, fronting Nantucket Sound. Wide sandy beach with summer lifeguards, a seasonal bathhouse with showers, a food concession, and a large parking lot. The town's flagship swimming beach.
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West Yarmouth, Massachusetts
West Yarmouth is the Hyannis-side end of Yarmouth — the village you're in the moment you cross the town line on Route 28. It's Yarmouth's busiest stretch: motels, mini-golf, restaurants, and year-round businesses along 28, with quiet neighborhoods running down to Lewis Bay behind them.
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Where is everything in West Yarmouth?
17 verified places in West Yarmouth, 9 on the map. Tap a photo, pin or row for its details, or narrow the list by kind under the map.
Outdoors
What beach should I go to in West Yarmouth?
0 of 4 verified beaches in West Yarmouth are free. 4 take a town sticker or a daily fee.
- Bay / Sound
Englewood Beach
Small neighborhood beach on Lewis Bay in West Yarmouth, with a marina and jetty. A quieter spot with calm water and a small parking lot; no lifeguards on duty.
- Bay / Sound
Bay View Beach
Small Lewis Bay neighborhood beach in West Yarmouth with calm water and a seasonal portable restroom. No lifeguards; a low-key spot for a quiet swim or stroll.
- Bay / Sound
Colonial Acres Beach
Small Lewis Bay beach in West Yarmouth reached by a wooden bridge over a marsh, with an adjacent marina. Calm, shallow water makes it good for young families; small parking lot and seasonal portable restroom.
Where can I hike in West Yarmouth?
West Yarmouth has 2 verified trails, 1 of them easy. The longest is Meadowbrook Conservation Area (Swan Pond Boardwalk), at 0.4 miles.
- Easy · 0.4 mi
Meadowbrook Conservation Area (Swan Pond Boardwalk)
A 310-foot ADA-accessible boardwalk leading from a small parking area through brackish marsh, saltwater cattails, and remnant Atlantic white cedar swamp to the shore of Swan (Seine) Pond. Ospreys nest nearby and follow herring and alewives that run through Parkers River into the pond each spring. Dogs are prohibited year-round to protect nesting birds.
Town of Yarmouth Conservation / Yarmouth Chamber for Meadowbrook Conservation Area (Swan Pond Boardwalk) (opens in a new tab) - Moderate
Horse Pond Conservation Area
A wooded conservation area within a 400-acre tract, with the main trail running along the northern perimeter of Horse Pond plus spurs and connectors into the wider Sandy Pond trail network. Quiet, lightly traveled woodland walking with pond views. Leashed dogs welcome.
Yarmouth Chamber of Commerce - Conservation Areas & Walking Trails for Horse Pond Conservation Area (opens in a new tab)
How should I plan a day in West Yarmouth?
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Do I need a beach sticker in West Yarmouth?
Yes, at 4 of the 4 beaches we list; none are free. Prices, dates and where to buy are below.
Beach sticker info
Yarmouth beach sticker required (resident $40 online / $35 by mail); non-residents pay $25 daily, $100 weekly, or $250 seasonal. Stickers via City Hall Systems online or the Town Clerk's office at Town Hall.
Transfer station permits
Annual disposal area sticker ($70/vehicle) required; purchase at the Town Clerk's counter at Town Hall. No-sticker pay-per-use (cash/check/credit) available at the Scale House.
Town services, hours & phone numbers
Town Hall
Yarmouth Town Hall (opens in a new tab)Senior Center
Yarmouth Senior Center (Council on Aging) (opens in a new tab)Transfer Station
Yarmouth Disposal Area & Transfer Station (opens in a new tab)606 Forest Road, South Yarmouth, MA 02664
Open 7 days a week, 7:30 AM–3:30 PM (closed major holidays)
Schools
Dennis-Yarmouth Regional School District (opens in a new tab)Beaches
Yarmouth public beaches (Nantucket Sound, Cape Cod Bay & Lewis Bay) (opens in a new tab)Trails
Bass Hole Boardwalk & Callery-Darling Conservation Area trails (opens in a new tab)
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Where should I stay in West Yarmouth?
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What is there to do in West Yarmouth this weekend?
All experiences8 experiences in West Yarmouth can be booked through Cape Cod Certified. Prices and availability come from each operator.
Rainy DayWorld's Only Authenticated Pirate ShipWhydah Pirate Museum
Walk among real treasure from the only authenticated pirate shipwreck ever found, the Whydah Gally. Hands-on exhibits and a full-size ship replica make it a rainy-day favorite.
$15–$23
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Rainy DayAll Ages · 18 HolesPirate's Cove Adventure Golf
Putt through caves, over footbridges and under waterfalls on two elaborately themed 18-hole pirate courses, with full-size pirate ships. Voted Best Family Attraction in Massachusetts.
$13–$16
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Beach DayPrivate Boat · Keep Your CatchPorgy / Seabass / Blackfish Private 6 Pass Charter
Porgy / Seabass / Blackfish Private 6 Pass Charter with Bounty Hunter Fisheries LLC in Yarmouth. Book on Cape Cod Certified.
from $135
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Beach DayOffshore Fishing · PrivateNantucket Shoals Fluke
Nantucket Shoals Fluke with Bounty Hunter Fisheries LLC in Yarmouth. Book on Cape Cod Certified.
from $135
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Rainy DayFeed the AnimalsTaylor-Bray Farm Animal Visit
Wander a historic saltwater farm to meet friendly sheep, goats, cattle, donkeys and chickens against a backdrop of marsh and meadow. A gentle, hands-on outing for little farmers.
Beach DayPrivate Charter · Deep WaterRI Tog Private Charter Bounty Hunter II Weekend & Holiday
RI Tog Private Charter Bounty Hunter II Weekend & Holiday with Bounty Hunter Fisheries LLC in Yarmouth. Book on Cape Cod Certified.
from $135
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Rainy DayMake It · Take It HomeWheel-Throwing Pottery Class
Get your hands muddy at the wheel in a fully equipped ceramics studio with kilns and a glazing room, guided by working potters. Sessions suit first-timers and returning students.
~$200+ course
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Beach DayNo Guide · Just GoRentals — Yarmouth
Rentals — Yarmouth with Bounty Hunter Fisheries LLC in Yarmouth. Book on Cape Cod Certified.
from $135
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What can you do in West Yarmouth on a rainy day?
2 verified places in West Yarmouth work on a rainy day. Shops and cafés are the other indoor plan.
Bagels & Beyond
A beloved West Yarmouth breakfast spot on Route 28 serving fresh-made bagels, hearty breakfast sandwiches, and lunch favorites. A friendly local go-to for a quick bite across from the cranberry bogs.
VerifiedSee photos, map & directionsMari Nails & Spa
At Mari Nails & Spa, hands and feet get the spotless, unhurried treatment Cape Cod regulars rave about: gel manicures, indulgent pedicures, and flawless gel, acrylic, and fiberglass full sets finished with nail art that never disappoints. The stations are immaculate, the welcome warm, the atmosphere cozy and clean. Whether you're prepping for a beach wedding or a standing self-care date, this Cape Cod nail salon turns an appointment into a genuine spa escape.
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Which Cape towns are closest to West Yarmouth?
Hyannis and Yarmouth are the closest, about 2 and 4 miles away as the crow flies.
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Is West Yarmouth on Cape Cod?
Yes. West Yarmouth is on the Mid Cape, along with Barnstable, Yarmouth and Dennis.
Are dogs allowed on West Yarmouth beaches?
Dogs are allowed off-season only at Seagull Beach, Englewood Beach, Bay View Beach and Colonial Acres Beach.
How do I get a transfer station permit in West Yarmouth?
Annual disposal area sticker ($70/vehicle) required; purchase at the Town Clerk's counter at Town Hall. No-sticker pay-per-use (cash/check/credit) available at the Scale House.