Duxbury Beach

Duxbury Beach is a 6-mile sandy shoreline along Cape Cod Bay that extends from Marshfield toward Plymouth. The beach features wide sand areas, designated swimming zones, and facilities including a snack bar and restrooms for visitors.

This shoreline was established in the early 1900s as public recreation land. Local officials have protected and maintained the area for generations to preserve its natural character.

Locals and visitors come here year-round to swim, surf, and walk along the shoreline, making it a gathering place for the community. The beach draws families who return season after season, creating lasting connections to this stretch of coast.

The water is warmest during summer months, while cooler during other seasons. Visitors should swim in designated zones with lifeguards and check tide conditions before entering the water.

This shoreline serves as a nesting habitat for rare shorebirds that are legally protected. During breeding season, certain sections close to allow birds to nest undisturbed, offering visitors glimpses of this natural process.

Website: https://town.duxbury.ma.us/duxbury-beach

GPS coordinates: 42.04177,-70.63559

Latest update: December 8, 2025 19:47