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Updated: April 2, 2021
The town of Barnstable has 7 villages, including Hyannis, with beaches on Nantucket Sound on the south side and Cape Cod Bay to the north.
Along the town's many miles of shoreline, you'll have a wide variety of beach experiences to choose from!
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This icon indicates that the beach is accessible to people with disabilities via a boardwalk, ramp, Mobi-Mat, or beach wheelchair. |
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Sandy Neck Beach |
The 7-mile long stretch of spectacular coastline known as "Sandy Neck" spans all the way from Sandwich to Barnstable on the north (Cape Cod Bay) side of the Cape.
If you're looking for crystal clear water, rolling dunes, and gorgeous views, Sandy Neck Beach is the place to go!
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Kalmus Beach |
Kalmus is one of the most famous Hyannis beaches. It's known worldwide as a fantastic windsurfing venue thanks to our prevailing spring, summer and fall breezes.
The Sound-facing side of Kalmus is perfect for windsurfing, beach volleyball, kite flying and other sporty endeavors. The Harbor-facing side is more sheltered for swimming, sunbathing and picnicing.
This Hyannis beach is a great place to relax, have a picnic, and watch the tour boats and pleasure yachts making their way along the Hyannis Channel.
The water's calm here, and the sand is soft. It's a wonderful choice of Hyannis beaches for families.
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Veterans Beach |
Veterans Beach has one of the prettiest settings of all Hyannis beaches. It's backed by a small park with shaded areas and a large expanse of lush lawn that slopes down to the shoreline.
Veterans Park features two historical monuments - one to the late President John F. Kennedy, the other to veterans of the Korean War.
The beach itself is somewhat "shelly", wonderful for kids with buckets and anyone who collects seashells for jewelry or crafts projects.
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Craigville Beach |
Craigville Beach is a favorite with teens, college students and families. This very long, wide expanse has warm water, gentle surf, and a large designated swim area.
From Memorial Day weekend to Labor Day weekend, during normal beach hours (from 9 a.m. to 4:30 or 5 p.m.), a daily fee or a town-issued parking sticker may be required.
*Note: A resident parking permit is required, year round, at all posted resident-only-parking beaches.
No fee is charged to those who walk or bike to the beach.
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