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Hardings Beach

Massachusetts · Town Beach · Beach · Open to all

GrillingPropane & charcoalNo permit for personal contained grills; groups of…
On the waterSwimming · Fishing
AccessOpen to allWest Chatham beach on Nantucket Sound with two…

About this place

Same town-wide rule as Cockle Cove/Oyster Pond: no open fires, but charcoal/gas grills allowed.

Good to know

SwimmingLimited Swimming allowed in designated swim areas marked by buoys at Cockle Cove Beach, Harding Beach, Oyster Pond Beach, Ridgevale Beach, and Schoolhouse Pond Beach, subject to conditions. No swimming in areas designated as no swimming zones.
FishingOK After official closing time (10:00 p.m.) only persons actively engaged in fishing activities shall be permitted on beaches.
AlcoholPermit Alcoholic beverages are banned in park or beach areas at any time except with written permission of the Board of Selectmen.
DogsLimited Dogs, cats, horses and other livestock, domestic animals and pets are banned from May 1st to September 15th in beach areas, except service animals and police K-9 animals. Dogs are allowed at Jackknife Harbor Beach before 9:00am and after 6:00pm from May 1st to September 15th. Domestic animals are banned on playing fields of Little League Field, Veterans Field, and Volunteer Park.

Hours

  • 1:00 AM–10:00 PMBeaches closed from 10:00pm until one hour before sunrise
  • 6:00 AM–10:00 PMParks closed from 10:00pm until 6:00am, except Veterans Field which closes 30 minutes after conclusion of authorized evening events

What's here

Restrooms
Parking

Location

Hardings Beach
RegionMassachusetts
Coordinates41.6693° N, 69.9983° W
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Common questions

Can you grill at Hardings Beach?

Yes — both propane and charcoal grilling are allowed at Hardings Beach. No permit for personal contained grills; groups of 10+ need written Parks & Recreation permission. Always confirm current rules on the official page before you go.

Do you need a permit or reservation?

No permit for personal contained grills; groups of 10+ need written Parks & Recreation permission.

Can you swim at Hardings Beach?

Swimming allowed in designated swim areas marked by buoys at Cockle Cove Beach, Harding Beach, Oyster Pond Beach, Ridgevale Beach, and Schoolhouse Pond Beach, subject to conditions. No swimming in areas designated as no swimming zones.

Are dogs allowed?

Dogs, cats, horses and other livestock, domestic animals and pets are banned from May 1st to September 15th in beach areas, except service animals and police K-9 animals. Dogs are allowed at Jackknife Harbor Beach before 9:00am and after 6:00pm from May 1st to September 15th. Domestic animals are banned on playing fields of Little League Field, Veterans Field, and Volunteer Park.

What are the hours at Hardings Beach?

1:00 AM–10:00 PM · Beaches closed from 10:00pm until one hour before sunrise; 6:00 AM–10:00 PM · Parks closed from 10:00pm until 6:00am, except Veterans Field which closes 30 minutes after conclusion of authorized evening events.

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