A small sandy beach on Beverly Harbor at Water and Maple, with shallow water that suits children and dogs and city-run kayak storage. A boat launch sits alongside it, so swimmers should watch for boat traffic, and there is no lifeguard.
What to expect
Parking
Water Street on-street parking
Swimming
Water not monitored off-season
Dogs
City rule: dogs allowed on beaches only before 7:30 AM and after 7:30 PM from Memorial Day through Labor Day, on leash; some guides note Sandy Point is among Beverly's more dog-friendly spots but the summer time limits still apply.
Allowed now · ban starts Memorial DayKayak/Canoe/Sup
Allowed summer
Managed by
Beverly Recreation Department
978-921-6067 · WebsiteGetting in
Parking
Water Street on-street parking
Water Street on-street parking
Spaceslimited
Free street parking near the beach and launch
Access points along this beach
Water Street beach entrance
Sandy Point boat / kayak launch
Small-craft launch with seasonal kayak storage
What's here
Not here
No dock
Boat launch/ramp present but no formal dock listed
Worth knowing
- The city offers kayak storage racks at Sandy Point, subject to availability and an annual charge.
Tides & weather
Tide and sun: NOAA astronomy · forecast: NWS, up to 7 days
Common questions
Is Sandy Point in Beverly open today?
Sandy Point 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.
Is Sandy Point good for kids and dogs?
The shallow, sheltered water makes it one of the easier Beverly beaches for children, and there is no lifeguard. The City's summer rule allows dogs on the beaches only before 7:30am and after 7:30pm from Memorial Day through Labor Day, on leash.
Can you launch a kayak at Sandy Point?
Yes, there is a small-craft launch here and the city offers seasonal kayak storage for an annual fee.
What rules should I know at Sandy Point?
No lifeguard on duty; a boat launch is adjacent, so watch for boat traffic while swimming.
Can you swim at Sandy Point?
There is no MA DPH swim status for Sandy Point 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.