First Encounter Beach, Eastham

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First Encounter Beach Eastham, Latitude: 41.82278 , Longitude: -70.00444

Description: This historic beach bore witness to the first encounter between Native Americans and Pilgrims before their landing at Plymouth Rock. It features warm placid waters and a scenic Cape Cod Bay view.

Facilities here include restrooms and lifeguard coverage in-season. Even though no concessions exist, an ice cream truck regularly visits during the summer. Parking in the large Eastham town lot incurs a seasonal daily fee. Down the road, lies an extension of First Encounter Beach called Hatch Beach. There is ample parking alongside the beach itself.

State: Massachusetts
Town: Eastham

Facilities
Restrooms
Bathhouse

Safety
Lifeguards

Access
Ramp
Sand Wheelchair