A narrow strip of sand reached by a short stairway from a Route 28 pull-off, sandwiched between the road and Pleasant Bay. There's no lot and no lifeguard, just a handful of roadside spots near the 'A Little Inn on Pleasant Bay' B&B that go early on a summer weekend.
What to expect
Parking
Free lot Free, no sticker required
Swimming
Allowed water tested by the state
Managed by
Orleans Natural Resources / Parks & Beaches Department
(508) 240-3775 · WebsiteGetting in
Parking
Free lot
CostFree, no sticker required
Route 28 / South Orleans Rd shoulder parking
Details unconfirmed
Access points along this beach
Route 28 stairway to beach
short stairs from the road shoulder down to the sand
Common questions
Is Little Inn at Pleasant Bay in Orleans 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.
Where exactly do I park for Little Pleasant Bay Beach?
There's no formal lot - look for the roadside pull-off on Route 28 (South Orleans Rd) near 654 South Orleans Rd, home of the 'A Little Inn on Pleasant Bay' B&B; spaces are few and go fast on summer weekends, so arrive early.
What rules should I know at Little Inn at Pleasant Bay?
Narrow strip of sand that shrinks at high tide; road-shoulder parking in a residential area, so spots are very limited.
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