Belmont Road sits on the Harwich/Dennis line between two private resorts, reached down a narrow path with no town lot of its own, a genuinely quiet alternative to the bigger beaches.
What to expect
Swimming
Allowed water tested by the state
Getting in
Parking
Free lot
CostfreeStickernone required (no town lot)
No dedicated lot
Access points along this beach
Belmont Road / Chase Avenue path
narrow pathway at the corner
Common questions
Is Belmont Road Beach in Harwich open today?
Open, no advisory on record in the latest MA DPH posting (updated 2026-07-17). MA DPH is the authority. Check the status the morning you go.
Is there parking at Belmont Road Beach, and what does it cost?
Free lot (free). No dedicated lot
What rules should I know at Belmont Road Beach?
No lifeguard on duty. No dogs on any Harwich beach between Memorial Day and Labor Day; off-season dogs are allowed on the sand. Red River Beach is the only exception, with on-leash dog walking permitted in the parking lot dawn-9am and 4:30pm-dusk in season.