A small town landing at the end of Bridge Street in Osterville, used mainly as a shellfishing and mooring access point rather than a swimming destination.
What to expect
Swimming
Allowed water tested by the state
Hours
Barnstable beach gates open 9am and lock at 9pm; lifeguards run 9am to 5pm from late June, and parking fees are collected 9am to 3:45pm (Craigville from 7:30am). That's the town default unless posted otherwise.
Dogs
No dogs at all on any Barnstable beach or recreation area May 15 through September 15; outside that window leashed dogs are welcome. Posted signs at the site take precedence.
Banned now · back September 15Managed by
Barnstable Harbormaster / Recreation Division
WebsiteGetting in
Parking
Resident sticker
Bridge Street landing
Details unconfirmed
Bridge Street landing
SpacesSmall.
Adjacent to a Barnstable mooring area for vessels up to 40 feet
Access points along this beach
Tides & weather
Tide and sun: NOAA astronomy · forecast: NWS, up to 7 days
Common questions
Is Bridge Street Beach in Barnstable open today?
Open, no advisory on record in the latest MA DPH posting (updated 2026-09-13). MA DPH is the authority. Check the status the morning you go.
Is there parking at Bridge Street Beach, and what does it cost?
Resident sticker. Bridge Street landing
Can you swim at Bridge Street Beach?
Yes. Bridge Street Beach has no swimming advisory in the latest MA DPH posting (updated 2026-09-13). Check again the morning you go.
Are dogs allowed at Bridge Street Beach?
No dogs at all on any Barnstable beach or recreation area May 15 through September 15; outside that window leashed dogs are welcome. Posted signs at the site take precedence.
Is there an entry fee at Bridge Street Beach?
No, entry is free.
Do you need a beach sticker to park at Bridge Street Beach?
Yes, parking here uses a resident sticker.