A 1.3-mile stretch of state-run sand on Massachusetts Bay, backed by a paved boardwalk with the historic Paragon Carousel and a run of fried-clam shanties. The south end fills with cobblestones as the tide drops, so people who want smooth sand and easier water access tend to head for the north end near the Cook Comfort Station.
What to expect
Parking
Paid lot MA residents $15/day; non-MA residents $40/day (seasonal, roughly May 23-Sep 7)
Swimming
Allowed water tested by the state
Accessible
Wheelchair access noted
Lifeguard
DCR lifeguards on duty Memorial Day through early September; weekends only through mid-June (around the 18th), then daily for the rest of the season
Dogs
No dogs allowed Apr-mid Sep; must be leashed rest of year
Surf
Allowed year-round, off-season only
Getting in
Parking
Paid lot
CostMA residents $15/day; non-MA residents $40/day (seasonal, roughly May 23-Sep 7)StickerMA state parks annual parking pass or lifetime senior pass accepted
Nantasket Ave / Hull Shore Drive DCR lots
Access points along this beach
David Cook Comfort Station / north-end entrance
Main north-end entrance and parking off Nantasket Ave/Hull Shore Dr
Mary Jeanette Murray Bath House / south-end entrance
South-end entrance near the bathhouse and Paragon Carousel
Nantasket (DCR - DUPR) sampling point
What's here
Facilities
Restrooms
David Cook Comfort Station; Mary Jeanette Murray Bath House / Waiting Room
Common questions
Is Nantasket in Hull 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.
Where do I park if the lot is full?
The DCR lots along Nantasket Ave and Hull Shore Drive are the only fee lots; on summer weekends they fill by mid-morning and DCR does not designate overflow parking, so arrive early or use the MBTA boat/bus to Nantasket.
Is it wheelchair accessible?
Beach wheelchairs and a beach mat are available seasonally at the Cook Comfort Station and MJM bathhouse; the north end of the sand is flatter and easier to cross than the cobblestones at the south end.
Does an annual state parks pass cover parking here?
Yes. The Massachusetts State Parks annual parking pass costs $60 for MA residents (a $10 lifetime pass is available for residents 62 and older) and covers parking for the calendar year at every fee DCR lot statewide, including this one.
Are there restrooms at Nantasket?
Public restrooms are listed near the beach. Seasonal hours are common, so they may be closed off-season.
What rules should I know at Nantasket?
Swim only when lifeguards are on duty; rip currents possible. No alcohol; no glass; no fires.
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