South Pier is an ocean beach in New Bedford, Massachusetts.
What to expect
Swimming
Water not monitored off-season
Hours
New Bedford's beach parking is paid 10am to 5:30pm in season, from the last weekend in June through Labor Day, when lifeguards are also on duty; off-season parking at East Beach and Fort Taber is free. That's the town default unless…
From JuneDogs
Dogs are not allowed on New Bedford's public swimming beaches; the city's off-leash Captain Jack Peterson Dog Park is the designated place for dogs. Posted signs at the site take precedence.
Tides & weather
Tide and sun: NOAA astronomy · forecast: NWS, up to 7 days
Common questions
Is South Pier in New Bedford open today?
South Pier is not monitored right now. MA DPH samples beach water Memorial Day to Labor Day and posts no advisories or all-clears off-season, so there is no swim status to report. Swimming off-season is at your own risk.
Can you swim at South Pier?
There is no MA DPH swim status for South Pier off-season: the state samples beach water Memorial Day to Labor Day. Swimming off-season is at your own risk; check conditions posted at the beach.
Are dogs allowed at South Pier?
Dogs are not allowed on New Bedford's public swimming beaches; the city's off-leash Captain Jack Peterson Dog Park is the designated place for dogs. Posted signs at the site take precedence.