A short, roughly 300-foot pocket of white sand on the Harborwalk between Carson Beach and Pleasure Bay, unguarded and quieter than its bigger neighbors, popular with locals near the Farragut Road end for a quick swim rather than a full beach day.
What to expect
Swimming
Allowed water tested by the state
Managed by
Massachusetts Department of Conservation and Recreation (DCR), South Region
WebsiteGetting in
Access points along this beach
Farragut Road access point
Between Carson Beach and Pleasure Bay on the Harborwalk
What's here
Facilities
Restrooms
None on this specific segment; nearest facilities at Carson Beach's McCormack Bath House
Not here
No drinking water
No facilities directly at this small segment
Tides & weather
Tide and sun: NOAA astronomy · forecast: NWS, up to 7 days
Common questions
Is City Point Beach in Boston 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.
Are there restrooms at City Point Beach?
Public restrooms are listed near the beach. Seasonal hours are common, so they may be closed off-season.
What rules should I know at City Point Beach?
No lifeguard on duty; swim at your own risk.
Can you swim at City Point Beach?
Yes. City Point Beach has no swimming advisory in the latest MA DPH posting (updated 2026-09-13). Check again the morning you go.
Is there an entry fee at City Point Beach?
No, entry is free.