A small harborside park and beach at the end of Nelson Street with a splash pad, playground, boat dock, and picnic areas, popular with families rather than a swim-focused beach.
What to expect
Swimming
Water not monitored off-season
Season
Beach open access year-round; adjacent splash pad seasonal, 9am-8pm daily (Memorial Day-Labor Day)
Accessibility
Listed as handicap accessible with a paved walking trail; no confirmed beach wheelchair/Mobi-Mat program
Dogs
Dogs must be leashed and under control in Plymouth parks and on public beaches; pick up after your dog. Posted signs at the site take precedence.
Managed by
Plymouth Parks & Recreation
508-747-1620 · WebsiteGetting in
Parking
Free lot
CostFree
Nelson Memorial Park lot (255 Water St)
Details unconfirmed
Nelson Memorial Park lot (255 Water St)
CostFree
Access points along this beach
What's here
Facilities
Restrooms
Bathhouse/snack bar building at Nelson Memorial Park; on-site restroom building
Concessions
food/drink vendor noted seasonally
Tides & weather
Tide and sun: NOAA astronomy · forecast: NWS, up to 7 days
Common questions
Is Nelson Memorial Park in Plymouth open today?
Nelson Memorial Park 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.
Is there anything for kids besides the beach?
Yes - Nelson Memorial Park (the same site) has a splash pad open 9am-8pm daily in season, a playground, and a paved walking trail along the harbor.
Is there a lifeguard at Nelson Street?
A staffed lifeguard isn't confirmed here; it functions primarily as a harborfront park with a splash pad rather than a supervised swim beach.
Is there parking at Nelson Memorial Park, and what does it cost?
Free lot (Free). Nelson Memorial Park lot (255 Water St)
Are there restrooms at Nelson Memorial Park?
Public restrooms are listed near the beach. Seasonal hours are common, so they may be closed off-season.
Can you swim at Nelson Memorial Park?
There is no MA DPH swim status for Nelson Memorial Park 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 Nelson Memorial Park?
Dogs must be leashed and under control in Plymouth parks and on public beaches; pick up after your dog. Posted signs at the site take precedence.
Is there an entry fee at Nelson Memorial Park?
No, entry is free.