A mid-sized stretch of sand near the Parkers River area of South Yarmouth. It is not on the town's official beach roster and its public status is unclear.
What to expect
Swimming
Allowed water tested by the state
Hours
Yarmouth's staffed beaches run lifeguards and gate attendants 8am to 4pm through the summer season. That's the town default unless posted otherwise.
Dogs
Dogs are banned at Seagull Beach and Grey's Beach April 1 through Labor Day, and at all other Yarmouth beaches May 15 through Labor Day; leashed dogs are welcome off-season. Posted signs at the site take precedence.
Managed by
Town of Yarmouth Recreation/Parks Division
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Tide and sun: NOAA astronomy · forecast: NWS, up to 7 days
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Average water temperature at Beachwood Beach by month, in °F| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
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| Water °F | 40° | 39° | 42° | 49° | 55° | 63° | 69° | 68° | 66° | 60° | 50° | 44° |
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Monthly averages from NOAA, Chatham (2022 to 2024). Today's reading is in the conditions above.
Common questions
Is Beachwood Beach in Yarmouth 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.
What's the water temperature at Beachwood Beach?
Water at Beachwood Beach averages about 39°F in February and 69°F in July, based on NOAA readings at Chatham from 2022 to 2024. For today's temperature, see the conditions above.
What rules should I know at Beachwood Beach?
No alcohol on any Yarmouth beach or town property (town-wide rule).
Can you swim at Beachwood Beach?
Yes. Beachwood 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 Beachwood Beach?
Dogs are banned at Seagull Beach and Grey's Beach April 1 through Labor Day, and at all other Yarmouth beaches May 15 through Labor Day; leashed dogs are welcome off-season. Posted signs at the site take precedence.