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
Allowed water tested by the state
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
Tides & weather
Tide and sun: NOAA astronomy · forecast: NWS, up to 7 days
Common questions
Is Sandy Point 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.
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?
Yes. Sandy Point has no swimming advisory in the latest MA DPH posting (updated 2026-09-13). Check again the morning you go.