West End is a small, informal beach right at the western foot of Powder Point Bridge, looking out on Cape Cod Bay. It functions as a neighborhood hangout with a tiny free lot, popular with families and dog walkers rather than a destination beach.
What to expect
Swimming
Water not monitored off-season
Kayak/Canoe
Allowed year-round
Managed by
Town of Duxbury Beach Operations
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Parking
Free lot
Costfree
West End lot
Details unconfirmed
West End lot
CostfreeSpacesvery small, informal
Access points along this beach
Powder Point Bridge (west end) kayak put-in
small beach used to launch kayaks next to the bridge
Tides & weather
Tide and sun: NOAA astronomy · forecast: NWS, up to 7 days
Common questions
Is West End Beach in Duxbury open today?
West End Beach is not monitored right now. MA DPH samples beach water Memorial Day to Labor Day and posts no advisories or all-clears off-season, so there is no swim status to report. Swimming off-season is at your own risk.
Is there parking at West End Beach, and what does it cost?
Free lot (free). West End lot
What rules should I know at West End Beach?
No lifeguard on duty; this is an informal, unmonitored beach.
Can you swim at West End Beach?
There is no MA DPH swim status for West End Beach off-season: the state samples beach water Memorial Day to Labor Day. Swimming off-season is at your own risk; check conditions posted at the beach.
Is there an entry fee at West End Beach?
No, entry is free.