Fire Station Beach is a small, tucked-away strand at the end of Doane Street on the Fore River and Rock Island Cove, right next to the Quincy Fire Department's Engine 8 house. It has no facilities of its own, but locals fish here and it stays quiet compared to the bigger beaches nearby.
What to expect
Swimming
Allowed water tested by the state
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
Free lot
Costfree
On-street, Sea Street
Details unconfirmed
Access points along this beach
What's here
Facilities
Restrooms
Houghs Neck Community Center, about two blocks west
Tides & weather
Tide and sun: NOAA astronomy · forecast: NWS, up to 7 days
Common questions
Is Fire Station 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.
Are there bathrooms near Fire Station Beach?
Not at the beach itself. The closest public restrooms are at the Houghs Neck Community Center about two blocks west, and only while its programs are running.
Is there parking at Fire Station Beach, and what does it cost?
Free lot (free). On-street, Sea Street