Orchard Street is a modest neighborhood beach on Bayside Road in Squantum with about 100 yards of sand and a small ramp for hand-launching boats. It is a local swim spot rather than a destination beach, with no lifeguard on duty.
What to expect
Parking
Free lot free, resident-sticker rules may apply in season
Swimming
Allowed water tested by the state
Dogs
Quincy requires dogs to be leashed whenever off the owner's property; an unleashed dog draws a $50 fine, and the Quarry Street dog park is the off-leash exception.
Kayak
Allowed year-round, hand carry
Managed by
Quincy Health Department (water testing) / Park Division
(617) 376-1278 · WebsiteGetting in
Parking
Free lot
Costfree, resident-sticker rules may apply in season
Bayside Rd on-street
Details unconfirmed
Bayside Rd on-street
Spacesunconfirmed
Reports vary from ample to resident-only; assume street parking with possible seasonal sticker rules.
What's here
Facilities
Dock
Small ramp suitable for hand-launching a kayak or small boat.
Tides & weather
Tide and sun: NOAA astronomy · forecast: NWS, up to 7 days
Common questions
Is Orchard Beach in Quincy open today?
Open, no advisory on record in the latest MA DPH posting (updated 2026-09-13). MA DPH is the authority. Check the status the morning you go.
Is there a boat launch at Orchard Street beach?
There is a small ramp good for hand-carrying a kayak or canoe in, not a trailer boat ramp.
Is there parking at Orchard Beach, and what does it cost?
Free lot (free, resident-sticker rules may apply in season). Bayside Rd on-street
What rules should I know at Orchard Beach?
No lifeguard; nearest patrolled water is at Wollaston Beach.
Can you swim at Orchard Beach?
Yes. Orchard Beach has no swimming advisory in the latest MA DPH posting (updated 2026-09-13). Check again the morning you go.
Are dogs allowed at Orchard Beach?
Quincy requires dogs to be leashed whenever off the owner's property; an unleashed dog draws a $50 fine, and the Quarry Street dog park is the off-leash exception.
Do you need a beach sticker to park at Orchard Beach?
A beach sticker applies to parking here. free, resident-sticker rules may apply in season.