Minot Beach, Scituate

Click for Map to Minot Beach N 42.2437 W -70.765

Description
Minot, located in Scituate near the Cohasset border, is a small sandy beach that features scenic views of its namesake lighthouse. Like Egypt Beach, it's accessible off Gannett Rd. in the northern part of town.
Parking consists of a residents-only municipal lot. Lifeguards are not on duty, and no public facilities exist here. Concessions are not available, either.

Directions
From the south, turn right on Rte. 3A, following it into Scituate. Continue on towards Gannett Rd. Turn left on Gannett and follow it all the way until it turns into Glades Rd. near the Minot Lighthouse. Look for the beach on the righthand side across from Bailey's Causeway.
From the south, turn left on Rte. 3A and travel thru one stoplight. Then look for signs for North Scituate. Drive past the first sign and turn right at the second, following Gannett Rd. all the way until it turns into Glades Rd. near the Minot Lighthouse. Look for the beach on the righthand side across from Bailey's Causeway.

Activities
swimming
hiking
beach games
walking
fishing

Parking
small residents-only lot

State: Massachusetts
Town: Scituate

Facilities
none

Safety
lifeguards