Beverly's flagship 16-acre shore park on Ober Street, with two beaches, a rose garden, a splash pad, a performance shell, and a seasonal concession stand. A staffed gate charges non-residents in summer, and the park runs carry-in, carry-out with no trash barrels.
What to expect
Parking
Paid lot Residents free with sticker; non-residents $15 weekdays, $25 weekends/holidays; seniors and active military $5 Mon-Fri only
Swimming
Water not monitored off-season
Hours
Park open daily 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM; parking gate closes at 5:00 PM. Bath house Memorial Day weekend to Labor Day, Mon-Fri 9 AM-8 PM, Sat-Sun 8 AM-8 PM, weather permitting.
Season
Park open year-round 6 AM to 10 PM; bath house and concessions operate late May through early September
Accessibility
Paved park roads and lot; splash pad and lawns are near parking. Bath house accessibility not confirmed. Call the Recreation Department for details.
Dogs
On-leash dogs allowed through Sunday May 23, 2026, then restricted for the season under the citywide summer rule (before 7:30 AM / after 7:30 PM only). Dogs are prohibited in the Rose Garden year-round.
Birdwatching
Allowed year-round
Managed by
Beverly Recreation Department
978-921-6067 · WebsiteGetting in
Parking
Paid lot
CostResidents free with sticker; non-residents $15 weekdays, $25 weekends/holidays; seniors and active military $5 Mon-Fri onlyStickerBeverly resident park sticker (free) for resident rate
Lynch Park gate lot
Lynch Park gate lot
CostResidents free with sticker; non-residents $15 weekdays, $25 weekends/holidays; seniors and active military $5 Mon-Fri…Spaceslarge lot
Cash only, no refunds. Gate staffed in season; fee applies during posted hours.
Access points along this beach
Ober Street gate
Staffed vehicle entrance
What's here
Facilities
Snack / ice cream stand
seasonal
Worth knowing
- To get a resident sticker, the vehicle must be garaged in Beverly and shown by registration; utility and cable bills are not accepted as proof.
Tides & weather
Tide and sun: NOAA astronomy · forecast: NWS, up to 7 days
Common questions
Is Lynch Park in Beverly open today?
Lynch Park is not monitored right now. MA DPH samples beach water Memorial Day to Labor Day and posts no advisories or all-clears off-season, so there is no swim status to report. Swimming off-season is at your own risk.
How much does it cost for non-residents to park at Lynch Park?
Non-residents pay $15 on weekdays and $25 on weekends and holidays, cash only; seniors and active military pay $5 Monday through Friday.
What time does the Lynch Park gate close?
The park is open 6 AM to 10 PM, but the parking gate closes at 5 PM.
Can you bring dogs to Lynch Park in summer?
On-leash dogs are allowed only through late May; after that summer beach rules limit them to before 7:30 AM and after 7:30 PM, and they are never allowed in the Rose Garden.
Is there a splash pad at Lynch Park?
Yes, Lynch Park has a splash pad along with two beaches, a rose garden, and a performance shell.
Are there restrooms at Lynch Park?
Public restrooms are listed near the beach. Seasonal hours are common, so they may be closed off-season.
What rules should I know at Lynch Park?
Park runs carry-in, carry-out with no trash barrels on site. No tents, canopies, hammocks, or beach umbrellas. No charcoal grills or metal detectors; standalone gas grills allowed but not on picnic tables. No drones. No smoking. Dogs prohibited in the Rose Garden year-round.
Can you swim at Lynch Park?
There is no MA DPH swim status for Lynch Park off-season: the state samples beach water Memorial Day to Labor Day. Swimming off-season is at your own risk; check conditions posted at the beach.
Do you need a beach sticker to park at Lynch Park?
A beach sticker applies to parking here. Residents free with sticker; non-residents $15 weekdays, $25 weekends/holidays; seniors and active military $5 Mon-Fri only.