A shoreline spot at the mouth of the Little River on Buzzards Bay, near Round Hill and Smith Neck Road. Public information on formal access is sparse, suggesting this is a small, informal or semi-private stretch of shore.
What to expect
Swimming
Allowed water tested by the state
Dogs
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.
Tides & weather
Tide and sun: NOAA astronomy · forecast: NWS, up to 7 days
Common questions
Is Little River Beach 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.
Can you swim at Little River Beach?
Yes. Little River Beach has no swimming advisory in the latest MA DPH posting (updated 2026-09-13). Check again the morning you go.
Are dogs allowed at Little River Beach?
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.