Surfside 1 is an ocean beach in Nantucket, Massachusetts.
What to expect
Swimming
Allowed water tested by the state
Accessible
Wheelchair access noted
Getting in
Parking
Free
CostNo fee
Large paved lot at the end of Surfside Rd (~2.3 mi from town) with 4 accessible spaces; ~400 ft loose-sand walk to the beach. Summer shuttle from Washington St ended permanently April 2025, do not advertise as an option.
Common questions
Is Surfside 1 in Nantucket 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 Surfside 1, and what does it cost?
Free (No fee). Large paved lot at the end of Surfside Rd (~2.3 mi from town) with 4 accessible spaces; ~400 ft loose-sand walk to the beach. Summer shuttle from Washington St ended permanently April 2025, do not advertise as an option.
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