Duxbury Beach, 6-mile beach in Duxbury, Massachusetts, US.
Duxbury Beach is a long, sandy barrier beach on Cape Cod Bay in Massachusetts, running between the towns of Marshfield and Plymouth. The sand is wide and flat, and the beach has marked swimming zones, a snack bar, and restrooms near the main access points.
The area was set aside for public recreation in the early 1900s, and the barrier beach has kept its natural shape through careful management over the decades. Efforts to control erosion and protect the dune system have been ongoing since the mid-20th century.
The beach is a gathering spot for families from the surrounding towns, many of whom return every summer as part of a long-standing habit. Early mornings tend to draw walkers and fishermen, while afternoons bring swimmers and picnickers.
Summer is the busiest time, but the beach is open and walkable in spring and fall as well. Before swimming, it is worth checking the tide schedule, as the water level can shift quickly in some sections of the beach.
Duxbury Beach is one of the longest barrier beaches in New England, and behind it lies a large salt marsh that most visitors never see. That marsh supports nesting shorebirds that are legally protected, so parts of the beach close each year during breeding season.
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