A quiet harbor-side landing in Madaket where a small beach doubles as a boat-launching spot on Madaket Harbor. It has an old-Nantucket feel, ringed by simple beach cottages rather than any commercial development.
What to expect
Swimming
Allowed water tested by the state
Hours
Nantucket lifeguards are on duty from late June through Labor Day, roughly 9am to 5pm, and vehicles are barred from the lifeguarded beaches during those hours. Posted hours at the entrance win if they differ.
From late JuneDogs
Leashed, licensed dogs are allowed on Nantucket's public beaches, but never in dune vegetation, marsh grass, or other fenced or posted protected-wildlife areas. That's the town-wide default; watch for posted signs here.
Getting in
Access points along this beach
Getting to the beach
Off Warren's Landing Road in Madaket
Tides & weather
Tide and sun: NOAA astronomy · forecast: NWS, up to 7 days
Show the full year
Average water temperature at Warren's Landing by month, in °F| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
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| Water °F | 39° | 38° | 42° | 50° | 57° | 67° | 76° | 75° | 69° | 61° | 51° | 42° |
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Monthly averages from NOAA, Nantucket Island (2022 to 2024). Today's reading is in the conditions above.
Common questions
Is Warren's Landing in Nantucket 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.
What's the water temperature at Warren's Landing?
Water at Warren's Landing averages about 38°F in February and 76°F in July, based on NOAA readings at Nantucket Island from 2022 to 2024. For today's temperature, see the conditions above.
What rules should I know at Warren's Landing?
No alcohol, glass, or smoking on public beaches, $300 fine for violations.
Can you swim at Warren's Landing?
Yes. Warren's Landing has no swimming advisory in the latest MA DPH posting (updated 2026-09-13). Check again the morning you go.
Are dogs allowed at Warren's Landing?
Leashed, licensed dogs are allowed on Nantucket's public beaches, but never in dune vegetation, marsh grass, or other fenced or posted protected-wildlife areas. That's the town-wide default; watch for posted signs here.