Beach rules change with the seasons and are enforced by the town's Beach Management Team. Confirm current hours before you go.
Children's Beach
Harbor View Way, Nantucket
- From the lodge
- 10 min walk
- Water
- Calm harbor
- Vibe
- Quiet mornings
- Parking
- Small lot
Calm harbor water, great for dogs nervous about waves. A morning stroll here before the crowds arrive is the best soft launch of the trip.
Jetties Beach
Hulbert Ave, Nantucket
- From the lodge
- 15 min walk
- Water
- Calm, swimmable
- Vibe
- Popular, busy midday
- Parking
- Lot fills early
One of the most popular beaches on the island, with easy parking and calm water. Early-morning and evening visits are the move in summer.
Memorial Day–Labor Day: dogs restricted during peak hours, typically 9am–5pm. Cisco Beach
Hummock Pond Rd, Nantucket
- From the lodge
- 15 min drive
- Water
- Strong surf
- Vibe
- Wide, remote
- Parking
- Roadside
Excellent surf beach on the south shore with a more remote feel. Great for a long walk along the sand.
Strong currents — not ideal for swimming dogs. Madaket Beach
Madaket Rd, west end of island
- From the lodge
- 20 min drive
- Water
- Rip currents
- Vibe
- Sunset spot
- Parking
- Free lot
Stunning sunsets and a wide-open beach that stays less crowded than the east end. About six miles from town.
Strong rip currents — keep dogs close. Dionis Beach
Eel Point Rd, Nantucket
- From the lodge
- 10 min drive
- Water
- Sheltered cove
- Vibe
- Calm, family
- Parking
- Permit lot
A sheltered cove with calmer waters. Good for families and nervous dogs, and quieter than Jetties.