A 7-acre harborside recreation complex renovated in 2024 on the site of a former town landfill, with tennis and pickleball courts, a wheelchair-accessible playground, a scenic overlook, and a small-boat concrete launch, but no swimming beach.
What to expect
Parking
Free lot Free, unstaffed (per Parkopedia; not confirmed on an official town fee page)
Swimming
Allowed water tested by the state
Accessible
Wheelchair access noted
Dogs
Dogs must remain on leash; owners must clean up after pets
Kayak/Small Boat Launch
Allowed tide-dependent
Tennis/Pickleball/Basketball
Allowed
Managed by
Plymouth Parks & Recreation
508-747-1620 · WebsiteGetting in
Parking
Free lot
CostFree, unstaffed (per Parkopedia; not confirmed on an official town fee page)
On-site lot off Sandwich St
Access points along this beach
132R Sandwich St entrance
Concrete boat launch
small vessels only
What's here
Facilities
Restrooms
Concession building/pavilion near the playground; concession building
Common questions
Is Stephen's Field in Plymouth 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.
Can I launch a kayak here?
Yes, via a small concrete ramp, but it's tide-dependent - check the tide before you go or you may face a long muddy carry.
What's new after the 2024 renovation?
A $5M project moved the playground out of the flood zone and added the fenced Douglass C. Gray Playground with a wheelchair-accessible swing, tennis/pickleball/basketball courts, and the Chet Downie Scenic Overlook.
Can you swim at Stephen's Field?
No. Stephen's Field is a recreation complex on Plymouth Harbor with a small-boat launch and scenic overlook, but it has no designated swimming beach.
Is there parking at Stephen's Field, and what does it cost?
Free lot (Free, unstaffed (per Parkopedia; not confirmed on an official town fee page)). On-site lot off Sandwich St
Are there restrooms at Stephen's Field?
Public restrooms are listed near the beach. Seasonal hours are common, so they may be closed off-season.
What rules should I know at Stephen's Field?
Boat ramp is tide-dependent; low tide can leave a long muddy walk.
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