A rocky causeway-linked island at the west end of Horseneck Beach State Reservation, with its own free lot, walking trails, and a more relaxed dog policy than the main beach.
What to expect
Parking
Free lot Free (per most sources); some secondary sources suggest a paid DCR schedule matching Horseneck, unresolved
Swimming
Allowed water tested by the state
Dogs
Allowed year-round, on leash, unlike the main Horseneck beach, which bans dogs Apr 1-Sep 15
Birdwatching
Allowed year-round
Getting in
Parking
Free lot
CostFree (per most sources); some secondary sources suggest a paid DCR schedule matching Horseneck, unresolved
Gooseberry Neck lot
Details unconfirmed
Access points along this beach
Causeway entrance
causeway crossing from the Horseneck reservation area onto the island
What's here
Facilities
Restrooms
Gooseberry lot area
Common questions
Is Gooseberry 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.
Can I bring my dog to Gooseberry even though Horseneck bans dogs in summer?
Yes, Gooseberry Neck has its own, more relaxed leashed-dog policy year-round, distinct from the main Horseneck beach's April 1-September 15 ban.
Is there parking at Gooseberry, and what does it cost?
Free lot (Free (per most sources); some secondary sources suggest a paid DCR schedule matching Horseneck, unresolved). Gooseberry Neck lot
Are there restrooms at Gooseberry?
Public restrooms are listed near the beach. Seasonal hours are common, so they may be closed off-season.
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