A narrow strip of salt marsh in front of a seawall on the harbor side, facing across the water toward Plum Island. There is no sand and no lot, just a quiet stretch locals use to look at the view.
What to expect
Season
Open daily. There is no gate and nothing posted about hours.
Dogs
On Newburyport's stretch of Plum Island, leashed dogs are welcome September 16 through May 14; from Memorial Day through Labor Day they're allowed only before 9am and after 5pm. That's the town-wide default; watch for posted signs here.
Getting in
Parking
Free lot
Costfree
Street only
Details unconfirmed
Street only
CostfreeSpacesnone formal
No parking at the site. You will need to leave the car on a nearby street and walk in.
Tides & weather
Tide and sun: NOAA astronomy · forecast: NWS, up to 7 days
Common questions
Is Simmons Beach in Newburyport open today?
open to the public; water quality here is not monitored by MA DPH (updated 2026-08-14). MA DPH is the authority. Check the status the morning you go.
Can I swim at Simmons Beach?
There is no real sand here, just marsh grass and a seawall, so it works better as a lookout point than a swimming spot.
Is there parking at Simmons Beach, and what does it cost?
Free lot (free). Street only
Are dogs allowed at Simmons Beach?
On Newburyport's stretch of Plum Island, leashed dogs are welcome September 16 through May 14; from Memorial Day through Labor Day they're allowed only before 9am and after 5pm. That's the town-wide default; watch for posted signs here.
Is there an entry fee at Simmons Beach?
No, entry is free.