A resident-sticker landing off Doane Road that puts you on Mill Pond, a salt pond that threads into Nauset Harbor and Robert's Cove. Most visitors here are launching a kayak rather than laying out a towel, though the calm water invites a swim too.
What to expect
Parking
Resident sticker Resident sticker required, June 15-Sept 15
In effect now · free after SepSwimming
Allowed water tested by the state
Hours
Beach parking passes are required 7:30am to 4:30pm from early June through Labor Day (weekends only from late May); the lots are free at all other times. That's the town default unless posted otherwise.
From early JuneSeason
Open access year-round; resident-sticker parking enforcement June 15-Sept 15 only
Managed by
Orleans Natural Resources / Parks & Beaches Department
(508) 240-3775 · WebsiteGetting in
Parking
Resident sticker
CostResident sticker required, June 15-Sept 15StickerOrleans resident sticker
Doane Road Landing lot
Details unconfirmed
Doane Road Landing lot
CostResident sticker required, June 15-Sept 15
Access points along this beach
Mill Pond put-in
kayak/canoe access toward Nauset Harbor
Tides & weather
Tide and sun: NOAA astronomy · forecast: NWS, up to 7 days
Show the full year
Average water temperature at Doane Road Landing by month, in °F| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
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| Water °F | 40° | 39° | 42° | 49° | 55° | 63° | 69° | 68° | 66° | 60° | 50° | 44° |
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Monthly averages from NOAA, Chatham (2022 to 2024). Today's reading is in the conditions above.
Common questions
Is Doane Road Landing in Orleans 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.
Is there parking at Doane Road Landing, and what does it cost?
Resident sticker (Resident sticker required, June 15-Sept 15). Doane Road Landing lot
What's the water temperature at Doane Road Landing?
Water at Doane Road Landing averages about 39°F in February and 69°F in July, based on NOAA readings at Chatham from 2022 to 2024. For today's temperature, see the conditions above.
Can you swim at Doane Road Landing?
Yes. Doane Road Landing has no swimming advisory in the latest MA DPH posting (updated 2026-09-13). Check again the morning you go.
Is there an entry fee at Doane Road Landing?
No, entry is free.
Do you need a beach sticker to park at Doane Road Landing?
Yes, parking here uses a resident sticker. Resident sticker required, June 15-Sept 15.