A rocky beach at the corner of Nahant and Sewall Streets, at Winthrop's northern edge. Swimming is not really the point here; people come for quiet views across Broad Sound.
What to expect
Swimming
Water not monitored off-season
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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Parking
Free lot
Costfree
Street parking, Nahant/Sewall
Details unconfirmed
Street parking, Nahant/Sewall
Tides & weather
Tide and sun: NOAA astronomy · forecast: NWS, up to 7 days
Common questions
Is Halford Beach in Winthrop open today?
Halford 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.
Is there parking at Halford Beach, and what does it cost?
Free lot (free). Street parking, Nahant/Sewall
What rules should I know at Halford Beach?
Rocky, not a strong swimming beach, but a quiet spot with views of Broad Sound.
Can you swim at Halford Beach?
There is no MA DPH swim status for Halford 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 Halford Beach?
Dogs must be leashed and under control on town property. Posted signs at the site take precedence.