A town beach on the Fore River in North Weymouth with a large lot, a small playground and the Thomas C. Smith boat launch on the Back River side of the same peninsula. A paved shoreline walkway connects it to Wessagusset Beach a short walk south.
What to expect
Swimming
Water not monitored off-season
Season
Open year-round, dawn to dusk; parking permit/day pass required May through Columbus Day (mid-Oct)
Accessibility
ADA parking and beach access available per DCR/town accessibility notes; no beach wheelchair or Mobi-Mat confirmed
Dogs
Dogs banned on Weymouth beaches most of the year (service dogs excepted); a trial program allows leashed dogs with current license and rabies tag Nov 1 to Apr 15
Banned now · back Apr 15Kayak/Canoe
Allowed tide-dependent
Managed by
Weymouth Recreation Department
781-682-6124 · WebsiteGetting in
Access points along this beach
George Lane Beach main entrance/lot
Thomas C. Smith Boat Launch (Back River side, formerly Joseph Carven Boat Ramp)
Insufficient water 1 hour before to 1 hour after low tide
What's here
Facilities
Restrooms
beach restroom building
Tides & weather
Tide and sun: NOAA astronomy · forecast: NWS, up to 7 days
Common questions
Is George Lane Beach in Weymouth open today?
George Lane Beach 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.
Are there restrooms at George Lane 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 George Lane Beach?
Boat ramp has insufficient water for 1 hour before to 1 hour after low tide.
Can you swim at George Lane Beach?
There is no MA DPH swim status for George Lane Beach 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 George Lane Beach?
Dogs banned on Weymouth beaches most of the year (service dogs excepted); a trial program allows leashed dogs with current license and rabies tag Nov 1 to Apr 15
Is there an entry fee at George Lane Beach?
No, entry is free.