Known locally as The Knubble for a granite outcrop at its tip, this small barrier beach guards the Westport River inlet with views across Buzzards Bay. The lot is small and closes periodically, so it rewards an early arrival.
What to expect
Parking
Resident sticker $50/yr resident sticker ($25 senior) per official town regs; a secondary source cites $30/$15
Swimming
Allowed water tested by the state
Hours
Half-hour before sunrise to half-hour after sunset
Accessible
Wheelchair access noted
Dogs
Not permitted in season; leashed off-season per the general town beach rule (Sep 16-Apr 15)
Birdwatching
Allowed year-round
Managed by
Town of Westport Beach Committee
(508) 636-1000 · WebsiteGetting in
Parking
Resident sticker
Cost$50/yr resident sticker ($25 senior) per official town regs; a secondary source cites $30/$15StickerWestport Town Beach pass
Beach Avenue lot (Knubble access)
Details unconfirmed
Access points along this beach
Beach Avenue entrance
beach access mats run from the lot to the sand
Common questions
Is Beach Avenue in Westport open today?
Open, no advisory on record in the latest MA DPH posting (updated 2026-07-16). MA DPH is the authority. Check the status the morning you go.
Is Knubble Beach wheelchair accessible?
Yes, beach access mats are available at the Beach Avenue entrance, though the lot itself is small and periodically closed.
Is there parking at Beach Avenue, and what does it cost?
Resident sticker ($50/yr resident sticker ($25 senior) per official town regs; a secondary source cites $30/$15). Beach Avenue lot (Knubble access)
What rules should I know at Beach Avenue?
Barrier beach protecting the Westport River inlet; erosion-prone from coastal storms and sea-level rise.
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