Collins Cove is an ocean beach in Salem, Massachusetts.
What to expect
Swimming
Water not monitored off-season
Dogs
Salem requires dogs off the owner's property to be leashed and under control; a dog at large on a public beach, park, or mall draws a $50 fine. That's the town-wide default; watch for posted signs here.
Managed by
Salem Park, Recreation & Community Services
978-744-0924 · WebsiteGetting in
Access points along this beach
Collins Cove Playground entrance
adjacent playground with swings, baseball diamond, basketball and tennis courts
Worth knowing
- Water quality is monitored weekly by MA DPH from mid-June through Labor Day; check the day-of status before swimming.
Tides & weather
Tide and sun: NOAA astronomy · forecast: NWS, up to 7 days
Common questions
Is Collins Cove in Salem open today?
Collins Cove 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.
What rules should I know at Collins Cove?
Cove empties out almost completely at low tide; not swimmable until the tide comes back in.
Can you swim at Collins Cove?
There is no MA DPH swim status for Collins Cove 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 Collins Cove?
Salem requires dogs off the owner's property to be leashed and under control; a dog at large on a public beach, park, or mall draws a $50 fine. That's the town-wide default; watch for posted signs here.