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Sandy Point State Reservation

Address

Parker River Wildlife Refuge Road, Ipswich, MA 01938
Directions

Phone

(978) 462-4481
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Details

Overview

Located at the southern tip of Plum Island, Sandy Point stretches 77 acres. It features a beautiful coastal beach great for swimming and sunbathing.

Hours

Sunrise to sunset

Parking

Parking available

Activities

  • Swimming

    Dive into to Atlantic and cool off on a hot summer day.

All Activities

  • Educational programs
  • Fishing
  • Hunting
  • Swimming

Facilities

  • Restrooms

Accessibility

Restrictions

  • No alcohol
  • No dogs allowed

More info

Hunting
  • Hunter may access the island portion of Sandy Point State Reservation and nearby Parker River National Wildlife Refuge between:
    • 5 a.m. - 5:45 a.m.
    • 8:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.
  • Hunters may only exit after 8:30 a.m.
  • Parking is limited to 15 spaces.
  • You must check any harvested deer at the refuge headquarters.

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