A small residential-neighborhood beach at the extension of Cross Street in Cotuit, also known locally as Riley's Point. It is a DPH-tested swimming beach with a small parking lot.
What to expect
Parking
Resident sticker Resident sticker required
Swimming
Allowed water tested by the state
Managed by
Barnstable Recreation Division
WebsiteGetting in
Parking
Resident sticker
CostResident sticker required
Cross Street small lot
Details unconfirmed
Access points along this beach
Cross Street beach access
marked Town Way to Water sign
Common questions
Is Cross Street Beach in Barnstable open today?
Open, no advisory on record in the latest MA DPH posting (updated 2026-07-17). MA DPH is the authority. Check the status the morning you go.
Is there parking at Cross Street Beach, and what does it cost?
Resident sticker (Resident sticker required). Cross Street small lot