A 22-acre town beach at the head of Buzzards Bay with sandy shore and adjacent salt marsh, popular for beachcombing and quiet swimming rather than crowds.
What to expect
Parking
Resident sticker Free with valid sticker
Swimming
Allowed water tested by the state
Season
Open year-round, dawn to dusk; swimming season is summer.
Accessibility
Not ADA accessible; no beach wheelchair or Mobi-Mat confirmed.
Dogs
Not permitted. Town-wide bylaw also bans dogs on all Wareham beaches Apr 1-Sep 15, on or off leash.
Banned now · back Sep 15Shellfishing
Allowed Requires Wareham recreational shellfish permit.
Birdwatching
Allowed Year-round; salt marsh attracts diverse birds including occasional piping plovers.
Managed by
Wareham Natural Resources Department
508-291-3100 · WebsiteGetting in
Parking
Resident sticker
CostFree with valid stickerStickerResident Beach Sticker $15 ($5 senior); Guest Placard $50 (must pair with a resident sticker)
Little Harbor lot
Details unconfirmed
Little Harbor lot
CostFree with valid sticker
Large paved lot; resident sticker required to park.
Access points along this beach
What's here
Not here
No lifeguard
No lifeguard on duty.
Tides & weather
Tide and sun: NOAA astronomy · forecast: NWS, up to 7 days
Common questions
Is Little Harbor Beach in Wareham 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 Little Harbor good for young kids?
The beach is calm and shallow enough for beachcombing and wading, but there is no lifeguard, so young children need close supervision.
Can non-residents park here?
Little Harbor is on the resident sticker list; non-residents generally need a guest placard paired with a resident's sticker, or should check current town rules before visiting.
Are there restrooms at Little Harbor Beach?
Public restrooms are listed near the beach. Seasonal hours are common, so they may be closed off-season.
What rules should I know at Little Harbor Beach?
No lifeguard on duty; swim at your own risk. Dogs banned Apr 1-Sep 15 town-wide; also independently reported as not permitted at this beach.
Can you swim at Little Harbor Beach?
Yes. Little Harbor 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 Little Harbor Beach?
Not permitted. Town-wide bylaw also bans dogs on all Wareham beaches Apr 1-Sep 15, on or off leash.
Is there an entry fee at Little Harbor Beach?
No, entry is free.
Do you need a beach sticker to park at Little Harbor Beach?
Yes, parking here uses a resident sticker. Free with valid sticker.