A gated South Shore Drive beach in South Yarmouth with a seawall walkway and picnic area, quieter than Seagull but without a lifeguard.
What to expect
Parking
Paid lot Pay to park in summer season, amount not itemized per-lot
Swimming
Allowed water tested by the state
Hours
Gate locked 10pm, opens 8am.
Season
Gate locked 10pm, opens 8am.
Lifeguard
No lifeguards on duty.
Dogs
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
Access points along this beach
South Shore Drive entrance
Seawall walkway
What's here
Facilities
Restrooms
Seasonal porta-john
Tides & weather
Tide and sun: NOAA astronomy · forecast: NWS, up to 7 days
Show the full year
Average water temperature at Seaview 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 Seaview 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.
Is there parking at Seaview 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 Seaview 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 Seaview Beach?
Water at Seaview 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 Seaview Beach?
No lifeguard on duty. No alcohol on any beach or town property.
Can you swim at Seaview Beach?
Yes. Seaview 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 Seaview Beach?
Town-wide rule presumed: prohibited May15-Labor Day, leashed allowed off-season.
Is there an entry fee at Seaview Beach?
No, entry is free.