About Nantasket Beach Reservation

Nantasket Beach Reservation is a state-run ocean beach in Hull, Massachusetts, managed by the Massachusetts Department of Conservation and Recreation (DCR). It includes about a mile of Atlantic shoreline and is a popular summer escape from Boston.

Location

The reservation is at 212 Nantasket Ave., Hull, MA 02045. DCR also lists it as a historic site and as transit friendly.

What You Can Do Here

Swimming in lifeguard season, summer concerts and public dance lessons, and biking. Facilities include a bathhouse, a pavilion, restrooms, a playground, volleyball and athletic fields, and the reservation hosts weddings.

The Beach

At high tide the south end of the beach is often covered in cobblestones. The north end has fewer stones and easier access.

Who Manages the Park

The park is managed by the Massachusetts Department of Conservation and Recreation (DCR). For official notices, closures, and programs, see the agency's page for Nantasket Beach Reservation.

Plan Your Visit

Start with hours and fees, parking and directions, and the rules.