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Dennis, MA
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Sound SideSticker / Day FeeHidden gemBest in August
Inman Road Beach
Dennis, Massachusetts · Nantucket Sound
4.0(12 reviews)
East Dennis Port pocket beach on the Sound
A small neighborhood beach on Nantucket Sound in Dennis Port. Not flashy, but warm water and easy access make it a solid family option.
Inman Road Beach sits at the eastern end of Dennis Port's chain of pocket sound-side beaches, near the Harwich line. Like its neighbors, it's small and unfussy — a wedge of soft sand wedged between dunes and the warm waters of Nantucket Sound. The Sound here is much warmer than Cape Cod Bay across the peninsula, often pushing into the mid-70s in August, and the waves are gentle and rolling. Parking is for residents and sticker-holders; the lot holds about twenty cars and fills quickly on hot weekends. There are no restrooms, no lifeguards, no concessions. Inman is the kind of beach you walk to from a rental cottage with a chair and a paperback, not the kind you drive an hour to.
Photo spot
Beach-grass dune fringe at golden hour
Arrive
AnytimeCrowds
LowDogs
SeasonalBest for
FamiliesSwimming
The beach
Lay of the land
- Orientation
- South-facing
- Length
- ~0.1 mi
- Backshore
- Dune / flat
- Sand
- Soft fine tan sand
- Shade
- none
Wildlife
Birds you may see: common tern, herring gull, willet
Things to know
- Jellyfish more likely July–August.
Plan your visit
Parking & fees
- Lot size
- Small
- Enforcement
- Dennis sticker required; small lot.
Sticker required, small lot
Getting there
- Cell signal
- good
Accessibility
- Beach wheelchair
- Not available
- Mobi Mat
- No
- Path from parking
- short walk
Dogs
No dogs on beach in season.
Rules & activities
What’s allowed
UmbrellasTents / canopies · small onlyAlcoholGrillsFiresDronesSmoking
Activities
Unofficial SUP/kayak launch
Photo by Stef Brew via Google Places
Today
Water67°F
Sunrise5:07 AM
Sunset8:18 PM
Conditions
WavesCalm water
Water70-76°F (July–Aug)
TidesLow variance
SharksLow risk
Jellyfishlow
Length~0.1 mi
Inman Road Beach — good to know
How much does parking cost at Inman Road Beach?
Inman Road Beach requires a town parking sticker or a paid day pass in summer. Lots fill early on weekends, so arrive before about 10am.
Are dogs allowed at Inman Road Beach?
Dogs are not permitted at Inman Road Beach during the summer season — No dogs on beach in season.
Does Inman Road Beach have lifeguards?
No — Inman Road Beach does not have lifeguards on duty, so swim with caution.
Are there restrooms at Inman Road Beach?
Inman Road Beach does not have public restrooms on site, so plan accordingly.
What is the water like at Inman Road Beach?
Inman Road Beach is a Nantucket Sound beach on Nantucket Sound. Expect calm, gentle water that's good for young kids and easy swimming. Average summer water temperature is around 70-76°F (July–Aug).
What is Inman Road Beach best for?
Inman Road Beach is especially good for families and swimming.
When is the best time to visit Inman Road Beach?
Anytime; small enough to absorb its own crowd.
