A sandy tidal harbor beach on Hingham Harbor with a grassy park-like setting, mature shade trees, a 0.25-mile brick waterfront walkway and bandstand, best visited near high tide since the harbor becomes a mud flat at low tide.
What to expect
Swimming
Allowed water tested by the state
Accessibility
ADA access available at the beach
Managed by
Trustees of the Bathing Beach, c/o Town Clerk, 210 Central St
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Parking
Free lot
Costfree
Otis Street lots (2)
Otis Street lots (2)
CostfreeSpacesample, two lots
Access points along this beach
Getting to the beach
Beach House parking lot off Otis Street (Route 3A)
What's here
Facilities
Beach House at Hingham Bathing Beach (Smash Burgers and Lobster Rolls)
seasonal
Tides & weather
Tide and sun: NOAA astronomy · forecast: NWS, up to 7 days
Common questions
Is Hingham Bathing Beach in Hingham open today?
Open, no advisory on record in the latest MA DPH posting (updated 2026-09-13). MA DPH is the authority. Check the status the morning you go.
Is there a fee to park at Hingham Bathing Beach?
No, parking in the two on-site lots is free, though the lot doubles as the Hingham Farmer's Market site on Saturday mornings from May through November.
Can I rent a kayak or paddleboard here?
Hingham Recreation offers kayak and paddleboard rentals at the beach for about $30 for two hours, Wednesday mornings and weekend days in season.
Are there restrooms at Hingham Bathing Beach?
Public restrooms are listed near the beach. Seasonal hours are common, so they may be closed off-season.
What rules should I know at Hingham Bathing Beach?
Dogs are not permitted on the waterfront from June through September.
Can you swim at Hingham Bathing Beach?
Yes. Hingham Bathing Beach has no swimming advisory in the latest MA DPH posting (updated 2026-09-13). Check again the morning you go.