A secluded stretch of bay shoreline reached on foot through Crowes Pasture, at the mouth of Quivett Creek. Fewer crowds than the staffed beaches, but also fewer amenities.
What to expect
Parking
Permit sticker or daily pass
Swimming
Allowed water tested by the state
Getting in
Parking
Permit
Coststicker or daily passStickerDennis beach sticker; ORV permit for the vehicle corridor
South St / Crowes Pasture lots
Details unconfirmed
Access points along this beach
Crowes Pasture trail to East Beach
~0.9 mile walk one-way from the South St lot through the pasture to the beach.
Common questions
Is Crowes in Dennis open today?
Open, no advisory on record in the latest MA DPH posting (updated 2026-07-16). MA DPH is the authority. Check the status the morning you go.
Is there parking at Crowes, and what does it cost?
Permit (sticker or daily pass). South St / Crowes Pasture lots
What rules should I know at Crowes?
Dogs allowed on leash generally but restricted during piping plover nesting season.
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