Ocean / Surf
Tom Never Beach
Nantucket, MA
Plover closureHidden gemSurf · intermediate
(6)
SeclusionWalkingFishingBirding
Surf wavesUncrowdedDog-friendly
1 / 5
Heads up
- Piping plover nesting closure active this month — sections of the beach may be roped off.
- High rip-current risk. Swim near a lifeguard and ask about conditions.
- No lifeguards; strong rip currents possible.
Ocean / SurfFree & OpenHidden gemBest in August
Miacomet Beach
Nantucket, Massachusetts · Atlantic Ocean
4.7(61 reviews)
Nantucket's forgotten south-shore beach — long walks, no crowds
A long, wide south shore beach that's less discovered than Surfside or Cisco. Great for long walks. The adjacent Miacomet Golf Club means the area stays undeveloped.
Miacomet is the south-shore beach that everyone forgets about, which is precisely what makes it good. It sits between Surfside to the east and Cisco to the west, with a small free lot at the end of Miacomet Road and no facilities to speak of. The adjacent Miacomet Golf Club keeps the back side undeveloped; you walk a short sand path through scrub and grass and end up on a wide, empty stretch of south-shore beach that goes for miles in both directions. The waves are similar to Cisco's — south-facing beach break, occasional shoulder-high swells, real rip currents at the wrong tide. Bring everything; this is a take-a-walk beach more than a hang-out beach.
Photo spot
Miacomet Pond visible through the dune line
Arrive
Anytime — usually has space when Surfside is fullCrowds
LowDogs
WelcomeSunsets
Great spotBest for
WalkingSeclusionFishing
The beach
Lay of the land
- Orientation
- South-facing
- Length
- ~1.5 mi
- Backshore
- Dune / flat
- Sand
- Fine tan sand backed by dune grass
- Shade
- none
Wildlife
Birds you may see: piping plover, least tern, American oystercatcher, sanderling
Things to know
- Occasional seal haul-outs nearby — a shark factor on outer-Cape waters.
- Jellyfish more likely in August.
Plan your visit
Parking & fees
- Lot size
- Small
- Enforcement
- Free dirt lot.
Small lot off Miacomet Road
Getting there
- Ferry
- 60 min from Hyannis · Steamship Authority (fast ferry)
- Cell signal
- spotty
Accessibility
- Beach wheelchair
- Not available
- Mobi Mat
- No
- Path from parking
- soft sand walk
Dogs
Allowed on leash before 9am and after 5pm in summer.
Rules & activities
What’s allowed
UmbrellasTents / canopies · small onlyAlcoholGrillsFiresDronesSmoking
Activities
Surf · beach break · intermediateFishing · surfcasting
Safety & stewardship
Significant plover closures
Photo by Michael Gaita via Google Places
Today
Sunrise5:08 AM
Sunset8:16 PM
Conditions
WavesSurf / Strong
Water62–68°F (July–Aug)
TidesModerate
SharksElevated
Jellyfishlow
Length~1.5 mi
Facilities
Bike rack
None on-site
Miacomet Beach — good to know
How much does parking cost at Miacomet Beach?
Parking at Miacomet Beach is free and open to the public, but lots fill early on summer weekends — arrive before about 10am for the best chance of a spot.
Are dogs allowed at Miacomet Beach?
Dogs are allowed at Miacomet Beach — Allowed on leash before 9am and after 5pm in summer.
Does Miacomet Beach have lifeguards?
No — Miacomet Beach does not have lifeguards on duty, so swim with caution.
Are there restrooms at Miacomet Beach?
Miacomet Beach does not have public restrooms on site, so plan accordingly.
What is the water like at Miacomet Beach?
Miacomet Beach is an open-ocean surf beach on Atlantic Ocean. Expect bigger surf and waves — better for bodyboarding and confident swimmers. Average summer water temperature is around 62–68°F (July–Aug).
What is Miacomet Beach best for?
Miacomet Beach is especially good for walking, seclusion and fishing.
When is the best time to visit Miacomet Beach?
Anytime — usually has space when Surfside is full.
