Nantasket Beach, Hull

Nantasket Beach N 42.2918 W -70.8745 Click for Map

Description
Nantasket resides on a peninsula that forms the southern edge of Boston Harbor. The city's skyline can be clealy seen across the harbor. Situated in the town of Hull, it's been a popular summer beach destination for Bostonians since the 1800s. Community band concerts are popular summertime events here.

This state reservation is comprised of 26 acres along 1.33 miles of beachfront property. It is a long, sandy beach with multiple sandbar surfing peaks.The historic Paragon Carousel serves as a memorial to the area's well-known amusement park history.

The beach is open year-round from dawn to dusk. Lifeguards on also duty in-season. Public facilities here include restrooms with showers. Concessions can be found along the other side of Nantasket Avenue.

Directions
Take Rt. 3A to Washington Boulevard in Hingham. Follow it until you reach Nantasket Avenue in Hull.

Activities
swimming
surfing
skimboarding
beach games
walking
boardwalk

Parking
- on-street metered parking
- municipal lot on south end near boardwalk

State: Massachusetts
Town: Hull

Facilities
restrooms
showers
concessions
carousel
arcade

Safety
lifeguards