A small sand and pebble beach where Pleasant Street meets Brookfield Road, tucked into a residential stretch of Winthrop away from the main shore drive. The crowd here is mostly local rather than visitors passing through.
What to expect
Swimming
Allowed water tested by the state
Season
Open to the public year-round; no gate
Dogs
Dogs must be leashed and under control on town property. Posted signs at the site take precedence.
Managed by
Town of Winthrop
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Common questions
Is Donovans Beach in Winthrop 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.
Can you swim at Donovans Beach?
Yes. Donovans 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 Donovans Beach?
Dogs must be leashed and under control on town property. Posted signs at the site take precedence.