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Point of Rocks Landing Beach

Brewster, Massachusetts · Cape Cod Bay

The bike-in-only Brewster secret

A hidden gem at the end of a dead-end road. Nice, quiet, and virtually unknown. Almost no parking means it's best reached by bike — but that's part of the charm.

Point of Rocks is a true locals-only landing — the kind of place where if you're not from Brewster, you probably arrived by bike or made a wrong turn. The tiny gravel lot fits about a dozen cars and the sticker booth turns away the rest. The reward is one of the most peaceful bay beaches on the Cape: a narrow strip of sand backed by glacial erratics (the namesake rocks), with the Brewster Flats opening up at low tide just like every beach to the west. There are no facilities — no bathrooms, no lifeguards, no anything. Bring everything you need and pack it out. The best strategy is to come by bicycle via the cottage backroads of East Brewster or off the Cape Cod Rail Trail. Sunsets here are quietly magnificent. If you want the genuine off-grid Brewster bay experience, this is it.

History

Named for the glacial erratics — boulders dropped by retreating ice sheets 18,000 years ago — that stud the beach at low tide.

Photo spot

The boulder-strewn flats at sunset, with rocks reflected in tidal puddles.

Arrive
any
Crowds
Low
Dogs
Welcome
Sunsets
Great spot

Best for

SeclusionQuiet

The beach

Lay of the land

Orientation
North-facing
Length
~0.2 mi
Backshore
Dune / flat
Sand
mixed_pebble
Shade
Open — no natural shade

Wildlife

Plan your visit

Parking & fees

$30

resident sticker / season

$110

non-resident / season

Lot size
Small
Enforcement
Sticker only — no daily parking sales here.

Sticker required, virtually no parking

Getting there

From Sagamore Bridge
51 min
From Bourne Bridge
56 min
Nearest urgent care
AFC Urgent Care Hyannis (25 min)
Rail trail
0.6 mi away
Cell signal
good

Accessibility

Beach wheelchair
Not available
Mobi Mat
No
Accessible parking
0 spaces

Dogs

Leashed dogs allowed off-season only.

Rules & activities

What’s allowed

AlcoholGrillsFiresDronesSmoking

Photo by Cape Cod Star Reviews via Google Places

Today

Water62°F
Sunrise5:06 AM
Sunset8:18 PM

Conditions

WavesCalm water
Water65–72°F (July–Aug)
TidesHigh variance
SharksLow risk
Jellyfishoccasional
Length~0.2 mi

Point of Rocks Landing Beach — good to know

How much does parking cost at Point of Rocks Landing Beach?

Point of Rocks Landing 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 Point of Rocks Landing Beach?

Dogs are allowed at Point of Rocks Landing Beach — Leashed dogs allowed off-season only.

Does Point of Rocks Landing Beach have lifeguards?

No — Point of Rocks Landing Beach does not have lifeguards on duty, so swim with caution.

Are there restrooms at Point of Rocks Landing Beach?

Point of Rocks Landing Beach does not have public restrooms on site, so plan accordingly.

What is the water like at Point of Rocks Landing Beach?

Point of Rocks Landing Beach is a calm, bay-side beach on Cape Cod Bay. Expect calm, gentle water that's good for young kids and easy swimming. Average summer water temperature is around 65–72°F (July–Aug).

What is Point of Rocks Landing Beach best for?

Point of Rocks Landing Beach is especially good for seclusion and quiet.

When is the best time to visit Point of Rocks Landing Beach?

any.

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