The western flank of the Parkers River inlet on South Shore Drive, close by South Middle and Beachwood beaches, sharing the same general shoreline amenities as the Town's Parker's River Beach facility.
What to expect
Parking
Paid lot Pay to park in summer season, amount not itemized per-lot
Swimming
Water not monitored off-season
Hours
Yarmouth's staffed beaches run lifeguards and gate attendants 8am to 4pm through the summer season.
Lifeguard
Some listings report lifeguards late June to Labor Day, 9am-5pm for this beach cluster; not confirmed officially.
Off duty · back late JuneDogs
Town-wide rule presumed: prohibited May15-Labor Day, leashed allowed off-season.
Managed by
Town of Yarmouth Recreation/Parks Division
508-398-2231 · WebsiteGetting in
Parking
Paid lot
CostPay to park in summer season, amount not itemized per-lot
South Shore Drive lot
Details unconfirmed
South Shore Drive lot
CostPay to park in summer season, amount not itemized per-lot
May be the same shared lot as Parkers River East.
Access points along this beach
South Shore Drive entrance
What's here
Facilities
Restrooms
Seasonal bathhouse (shared facility)
Concessions
Food concession (shared facility)
Worth knowing
- It is unconfirmed whether this is a separately-maintained beach or simply the west side of the same Parker's River Beach facility as the East entry.
Tides & weather
Tide and sun: NOAA astronomy · forecast: NWS, up to 7 days
Show the full year
Average water temperature at Parkers River West 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 Parkers River West Beach in Yarmouth open today?
Parkers River West 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 Parkers River West Beach, and what does it cost?
Paid lot (Pay to park in summer season, amount not itemized per-lot). South Shore Drive lot
Are there restrooms at Parkers River West Beach?
Public restrooms are listed near the beach. Seasonal hours are common, so they may be closed off-season.
What's the water temperature at Parkers River West Beach?
Water at Parkers River West 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 Parkers River West Beach?
No alcohol on any beach or town property.
Can you swim at Parkers River West Beach?
There is no MA DPH swim status for Parkers River West 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 Parkers River West Beach?
Town-wide rule presumed: prohibited May15-Labor Day, leashed allowed off-season.
Is there an entry fee at Parkers River West Beach?
No, entry is free.