The Capt. Nathaniel Wixon Dock is one of only two public access points Harwich has to the Herring River, gifted to the town to preserve commercial fishermen's landing rights; recreational boaters can use it, but only when that doesn't interfere with the fishing fleet.
What to expect
Swimming
Allowed water tested by the state
Getting in
Parking
Free lot
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Wixon Dock lot
Details unconfirmed
Access points along this beach
Wixon Dock / Herring River landing
Common questions
Is Riverside Harbor 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 Riverside Harbor, and what does it cost?
Free lot (free). Wixon Dock lot
What rules should I know at Riverside Harbor?
Pleasure-craft use of the dock is allowed only so long as it does not unreasonably interfere with the primary commercial fishing use, per the terms of the original land gift.
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