A calm, protected town beach in Pocasset village with a roped-off swimming area, sheltered by Patuisset Island and Bassetts Island offshore, well suited to families with small children.
What to expect
Parking
Resident sticker Town of Bourne parking sticker required
Swimming
Water not monitored by DPH
Season
Open year-round, dawn to dusk
Accessibility
ADA accessible with a beach access mat
Lifeguard
On duty seasonally
Managed by
Town of Bourne Department of Natural Resources
508-759-0600 · WebsiteGetting in
Parking
Resident sticker
CostTown of Bourne parking sticker requiredStickerTown of Bourne parking sticker
Circuit Avenue lot
Circuit Avenue lot
CostTown of Bourne parking sticker required
the town lists this beach among those requiring a town parking sticker
Access points along this beach
Tides & weather
Tide and sun: NOAA astronomy · forecast: NWS, up to 7 days
Common questions
Is Hen Cove Beach in Bourne open today?
open to the public; water quality here is not monitored by MA DPH (updated 2026-09-13). MA DPH is the authority. Check the status the morning you go.
Yes, the roped-off swim area and Hen Cove's sheltered position between Patuisset Island and Bassetts Island keep the water calm.
Is there parking at Hen Cove Beach, and what does it cost?
Resident sticker (Town of Bourne parking sticker required). Circuit Avenue lot
What rules should I know at Hen Cove Beach?
Dogs not permitted.
Can you swim at Hen Cove Beach?
Hen Cove Beach is town-owned and its water is not monitored by MA DPH, so there is no official swim status. Check conditions posted at the beach.
Are dogs allowed at Hen Cove Beach?
Not permitted
Is there an entry fee at Hen Cove Beach?
No, entry is free.
Do you need a beach sticker to park at Hen Cove Beach?
Yes, parking here uses a resident sticker. Town of Bourne parking sticker required.