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Details of Horseneck Beach State Reservation
Overview of Horseneck Beach State Reservation
Swim and camp at one of the most popular beaches in Massachusetts. Located at the western end of Buzzard's Bay, the 2-mile long beach is also great for bird watching.
Hours for Horseneck Beach State Reservation
Sunrise to sunset
Beach hours
Sunday - Saturday:
8:00 am-8:00 pm
Parking at Horseneck Beach State Reservation
Daily parking fee charged Memorial Day weekend through November
At some locations, DCR is accepting cash and/or credit cards.
MA resident $13
Non-MA resident $40
Resident and non resident status is determined by the vehicle license plate
Activities at Horseneck Beach State Reservation

Swimming
Sunbathe or take a swim in the Atlantic.

Camping
Whether you’re in a tent, trailer or R.V., you can’t go wrong sleeping under the stars by the ocean.
All Activities at Horseneck Beach State Reservation
- Camping
- Swimming
- Fishing
- Sailing
- Boating (non-motorized)
- Boating (motorized)
- Biking
- Basketball
- Bird watching
Facilities at Horseneck Beach State Reservation
- Boat ramp
- Dishwashing station
- Dumpsters
- Picnic areas - CLOSED to aid in the prevention of spreading COVID-19
- Playground
- Showers
- Trailer/R.V. dumping - CLOSED to aid in the prevention of spreading COVID-19
Accessibility at Horseneck Beach State Reservation
- Accessible beaches
- Available beach wheelchairs
- Accessible camping
- Accessible picnicking - CLOSED to aid in the prevention of spreading COVID-19
- Accessible restrooms
- Accessible trails
Restrictions at Horseneck Beach State Reservation
- No dogs or other pets, with exception of service animals, allowed on beach April 1st to Sept. 15th.
- No access to sand dunes.
- No alcohol
- No littering
More info for Horseneck Beach State Reservation
Beach services, including lifeguard services and public restrooms, are available from Memorial Day to Labor Day.
The Gooseberry Island Public Boat Launch may be accessed from W Shore Road in Westport.
Camping is available from the first week in May until Columbus Day. Camping is $22/night for Massachusetts residents and $70/night for non-residents.