Pleasant Road is the other big West Harwich family beach: a large lot feeds a wide sand beach with lifeguard-protected swimming, and it's one of only four Harwich lots that still sells a day pass.
What to expect
Parking
Paid lot $20/day, $65/week, $140/2wk, $175/season (non-res), $35 resident season
Swimming
Allowed water tested by the state
Getting in
Parking
Paid lot
Cost$20/day, $65/week, $140/2wk, $175/season (non-res), $35 resident seasonStickerday pass sold on-site
Pleasant Road / Shore Road lot
Access points along this beach
Pleasant Road main entrance
Common questions
Is Pleasant Road in Harwich 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 Pleasant Road, and what does it cost?
Paid lot ($20/day, $65/week, $140/2wk, $175/season (non-res), $35 resident season). Pleasant Road / Shore Road lot
What rules should I know at Pleasant Road?
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.
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