The southern of the two swimming areas the state samples at Jones Park, on Clarks Cove, and the one the current DPH feed posts. It is sampled separately from the northern area, so the two can carry different advisories on the same day. Behind the sand sit the park's bathhouse, playground, softball field and horseshoe pits.
What to expect
Parking
Paid lot $10/day resident and non-resident, $40/year resident season pass
Swimming
Allowed water tested by the state
Hours
Open 9 am to 5 pm year-round to the general public
Lifeguard
Lifeguards and gate guards on staff end of June through Labor Day
Off duty · back JuneDogs
Dartmouth requires dogs in public areas to be leashed, at heel, or otherwise under an owner's direct control at all times. Posted signs at the site take precedence.
Birdwatching
Allowed year-round
Managed by
Dartmouth Parks & Recreation Department
508-910-1812 · WebsiteGetting in
Parking
Paid lot
Cost$10/day resident and non-resident, $40/year resident season passStickerResident season pass available
Jones Park lot
Details unconfirmed
Jones Park lot
Cost$10/day resident and non-resident, $40/year resident season pass
Fee applies during the summer season
What's here
Facilities
Restrooms
Bathhouse at Jones Park
Picnic area
Picnic tables, horseshoe pits
Tides & weather
Tide and sun: NOAA astronomy · forecast: NWS, up to 7 days
Common questions
Is Jones Town Beach - South in Dartmouth 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.
Yes, the shallow cove water and adjoining playground and picnic area make it an easy pick for families with small children.
The bathhouse operates through the staffed summer season, roughly late June through Labor Day.
Is there parking at Jones Town Beach - South, and what does it cost?
Paid lot ($10/day resident and non-resident, $40/year resident season pass). Jones Park lot
Can you swim at Jones Town Beach - South?
Yes. Jones Town Beach - South has no swimming advisory in the latest MA DPH posting (updated 2026-09-13). Check again the morning you go.
Are dogs allowed at Jones Town Beach - South?
Dartmouth requires dogs in public areas to be leashed, at heel, or otherwise under an owner's direct control at all times. Posted signs at the site take precedence.
Is there an entry fee at Jones Town Beach - South?
No, entry is free.