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Ned's Point

OpenOcean beach · Mattapoisett, MAUpdated Sep 13, 2026
Ned's Point, Mattapoisett, Massachusetts
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Today's conditions at Ned's Point

Right now
Safe to swim
water test · MA DPH · latest posting

A grassy point park built around the 1838 Ned's Point Light, one of the smallest active lighthouses on Buzzards Bay. A small beach and kayak launch sit below the lawn, popular for picnics, kite flying, and striper fishing in spring.

What to expect

Parking
Ned's Point Rd lot unconfirmed
Swimming
Allowed water tested by the state
Water
Ocean (salt)
Hours
Dawn to dusk
Season
Open year-round
Accessibility
Not ADA accessible
Dogs
Not permitted on the small beach here; the townwide leash law (Bylaw Art. 17.3) applies on the surrounding lawn
Kayak
Allowed year-round
Fishing
Allowed year-round, notable striper spot in spring
Managed by
Town of Mattapoisett 508-758-4100 · Website

Getting in

Parking
Ned's Point Rd lot
Costunconfirmed
Details unconfirmed
Ned's Point Rd lot
CostunconfirmedSpacesunconfirmed
large gravel lot
Access points along this beach
Kayak launch
hand-carry launch below the lawn

What's here

Facilities

Restrooms
near the lighthouse lawn
Showers
seasonal
Picnic area

Tides & weather

Common questions

Is Ned's Point in Mattapoisett 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.
Are there restrooms at Ned's Point?
Public restrooms are listed near the beach. Seasonal hours are common, so they may be closed off-season.
What rules should I know at Ned's Point?
No lifeguard on duty at any time. No alcohol (Bylaw Art. 10.5).
Can you swim at Ned's Point?
Yes. Ned's Point has no swimming advisory in the latest MA DPH posting (updated 2026-09-13). Check again the morning you go.
Are dogs allowed at Ned's Point?
Not permitted on the small beach here; the townwide leash law (Bylaw Art. 17.3) applies on the surrounding lawn

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BetaSome details on this page are still being confirmed (parking_answer_confirmed). Details are sourced from public agency data and can change through the season. Confirm locally before you go. Swim status from MA DPH; see all MA beaches closed for swimming today. Updated 2026-09-13.