A sandy-bottom kettle pond beach on the east shore of Great Pond, with a roped-off swim area and a boat ramp for kayaks and small sailboats. Warm, calm fresh water makes it a draw for families.
What to expect
Parking
Paid lot Town sticker required; no daily pass sold on site (buy at Wiley Park or Town Hall in advance)
Swimming
Allowed water tested by the state
Hours
Not specified in available sources
Lifeguard
Present during the summer season, watching the roped-off swim area
Dogs
Not allowed June 15 through Labor Day; allowed off-season
Managed by
Eastham Recreation & Beach Department
508-240-5974 · WebsiteGetting in
Parking
Paid lot
CostTown sticker required; no daily pass sold on site (buy at Wiley Park or Town Hall in advance)StickerTown of Eastham Beach Sticker
Great Pond Rd lot (east shore)
Details unconfirmed
Access points along this beach
What's here
Facilities
Restrooms
Portable toilets on site
Common questions
Is Great Pond Beach in Eastham 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 this the same place as 'Great Pond' elsewhere on the map?
It may well be - the address, dog rules, and sticker system all match the town's Great Pond access point on Great Pond Road. Treat as a likely duplicate pending review rather than two separate destinations.
Is there parking at Great Pond Beach, and what does it cost?
Paid lot (Town sticker required; no daily pass sold on site (buy at Wiley Park or Town Hall in advance)). Great Pond Rd lot (east shore)
Are there restrooms at Great Pond Beach?
Public restrooms are listed near the beach. Seasonal hours are common, so they may be closed off-season.
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