A private beach at the end of Ober Street where the public may use a narrow right-of-way strip to reach the water for swimming or launching a small boat. There is no parking and no facilities, so most people walk over from Lynch Park at low tide.
What to expect
Parking
No beach parking; use Lynch Park
Swimming
Allowed water tested by the state
Hours
No gate; open-access right-of-way
Season
Right-of-way open year-round
Accessibility
Not accessible: Ober Street is paved but the beach has no boardwalk or pathway, and there is no designated parking. The city also states there is no street parking in the neighbourhood.
Dogs
Citywide beach dog rule applies (before 7:30 AM / after 7:30 PM in summer, on leash); dogs are also discouraged on this narrow strip, so keep control if you bring one.
Managed by
Beverly Recreation Department (public access)
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Parking
No beach parking; use Lynch Park
Spacesnone at the beach
There is no parking at Rice's Beach; the most reliable option is to park at Lynch Park and walk over, possible at low tide.
Access points along this beach
Ober Street right-of-way
Public strip to the water
Tides & weather
Tide and sun: NOAA astronomy · forecast: NWS, up to 7 days
Common questions
Is Rice's Beach 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.
Where do you park for Rice's Beach?
There is no parking at Rice's; the usual approach is to park at Lynch Park and walk over, which works at low tide.
What rules should I know at Rice's Beach?
No lifeguard on duty; swim at your own risk.
Can you swim at Rice's Beach?
Yes. Rice's 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 Rice's Beach?
Citywide beach dog rule applies (before 7:30 AM / after 7:30 PM in summer, on leash); dogs are also discouraged on this narrow strip, so keep control if you bring one.
Is there an entry fee at Rice's Beach?
No, entry is free.