A 632-acre Trustees of Reservations wildlife refuge on sandplain grassland, with an Atlantic-facing swim beach on one side and Long Cove Pond kayak access on the other, linked by a two-mile trail through oak forest and savannah.
What to expect
Trails
A two-mile trail loops through oak forest and savannah connecting the ocean beach and Long Cove Pond sides
Dogs
Dogs are not permitted, year-round, due to the refuge's wildlife status
Hours
9am-7pm daily, mid-June to mid-September (last entry 5pm); winter entrance hours not separately posted
Accessibility
Accessible portable toilets, limited mobility transport and beach wheelchairs, and an adaptive kayak with accessible launch and transfer bench on Long Cove Pond (June-August, 2-hour reservation blocks)
Managed by
The Trustees of Reservations
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On site
Restroom
at the summer entrance/beach
Restrooms
Portable, mid-June to mid-September only
Not here
No showers
Foot-washing station only, mid-June to mid-September
No trash
No trash receptacles; carry-out policy enforced
Common questions
Is Long Point Wildlife Refuge open today?
Long Point Wildlife Refuge is a public preserve in West Tisbury, MA. Posted hours: 9am-7pm daily, mid-June to mid-September (last entry 5pm); winter entrance hours not separately posted.
Can I bring my dog to Long Point?
No. Dogs and other pets are banned year-round because it's an active wildlife refuge.
Do I need a reservation to visit?
Yes for vehicles, due to high demand; passes are sold in advance online only, not at the gate. Pedestrians and bikes get in free without a reservation.
Is there a lifeguard at the beach?
No, the beach is unguarded year-round; swim at your own risk given the rough surf and undertow.
Is there an entry fee at Long Point Wildlife Refuge?
No, entry is free.
Can I bring my dog to Long Point Wildlife Refuge?
Dogs are not permitted, year-round, due to the refuge's wildlife status
Is Long Point Wildlife Refuge wheelchair accessible?
Accessible portable toilets, limited mobility transport and beach wheelchairs, and an adaptive kayak with accessible launch and transfer bench on Long Cove Pond (June-August, 2-hour reservation blocks)
What rules should I know at Long Point Wildlife Refuge?
Swimming may be hazardous due to rough surf and undertows; no lifeguard on duty, swim at your own risk. Ticks and poison ivy may be abundant on the trails. Dogs, horses, and other pets are not permitted, year-round. No radios or alcohol. No bikes on trails or the beach.