Back Beach sits at the base of Town River Bay where Delano Avenue meets Utica Street. It is a straightforward neighborhood swimming beach known for calmer, deeper water good for longer swims, but it has essentially no on-site parking or facilities.
What to expect
Swimming
Allowed water tested by the state
Hours
No posted gate hours; presumed dawn to dusk
Accessible
Wheelchair access noted
Dogs
City ordinance bars dogs (except service animals) from any Quincy-managed beach from May 1 through October 31; no citywide leash exemption is documented for the rest of the year at these beaches.
Banned now · back October 31Managed by
City of Quincy Department of Natural Resources, Park Division
617-376-1253 · WebsiteGetting in
Parking
Paid lot
Costn/a
None at the beach
Details unconfirmed
Access points along this beach
Delano Ave/Utica St entrance
Tides & weather
Tide and sun: NOAA astronomy · forecast: NWS, up to 7 days
Common questions
Is Back Beach in Quincy open today?
Open, no advisory on record in the latest MA DPH posting (updated 2026-07-18). MA DPH is the authority. Check the status the morning you go.
Can I park at Back Beach?
Not really. The city describes no parking within the beach area itself, so plan to walk in from a nearby street or bus stop.
What rules should I know at Back Beach?
No jet skis or motor boats.