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
Allowed water tested by the state
Hours
Park open daily 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM; parking gate closes at 5:00 PM. Bath house May 23 to September 7, Mon-Fri 9 AM-8 PM, Sat-Sun 8 AM-8 PM, weather permitting.
From May 23Season
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
Tides & weather
Tide and sun: NOAA astronomy · forecast: NWS, up to 7 days
Common questions
Is Lynch Park in Beverly 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.
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?
Yes. Lynch Park has no swimming advisory in the latest MA DPH posting (updated 2026-09-13). Check again the morning you go.
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.