Falmouth Beach Guide
There’s no denying the allure of Falmouth beaches. With 68 miles of coastline and 10 public beaches, each one has something different to offer. Before you pack up the car and the cooler, check out our Insider’s Guide to sea and sand…
Beach Headquarters
The Falmouth Beach Department operates seasonally at the Ellen T. Mitchell Bath House at Surf Drive Beach. Permits are available for purchase every day from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. All of your summer beach questions can be answered by stopping in or checking out their website. Surf Drive is also a popular spot for families. The shallow wading area is ideal for children, and everyone loves the Doggz ‘n Hoggz snack shack, where you can enjoy much more than the average beach fare, including lobster rolls and smoothies. Doggz ‘n Hoggz just opened a second location this season, to the delight of beach goers at Falmouth Heights. They just got up and running in time for the Fourth of July holiday and will soon be offering their full menu. Just look for the red and yellow truck…
Off the Beaten Beaches
Here at Falmouth Visitor, we’re admittedly big fans of all our town’s beaches, because you really can’t go wrong. Folks who flock to Falmouth are often seeking the quintessential Cape Cod experience of a packed beach on a scorching summer day. But ask the locals and we’ll point you in the direction of more mellow spots, like Bristol and Menauhant. A weathered footbridge connects two sections of Bristol, spanning the neighborhoods of Falmouth Heights and Maravista. Although there isn’t a concession stand at Bristol, it’s a quick walk to neighboring Falmouth Heights Beach, where you can hit up Doggz n Hoggz. Or belly up to the bar at the British Beer Company for a cold one while you wait for takeout. The somewhat remote location of Menauhant, which adds to the charm, makes it a perfect spot for a beach picnic, so be sure to stock up before you go. For something quick, our pick is Wicked ‘n Wood on East Falmouth Highway. Don’t let this unassuming food truck fool you. From barbecue to inventive tacos to stuffed quahogs, everything is wicked good…
Lazy Days of Summer
Other local favorites include Wood Neck in Sippewissett, and Stoney in Woods Hole. Swing by Cape Cod Bagel for some delicious takeout sandwiches, or grab lunch at Crabapple’s where the seafood chowder is to die for. While Wood Neck has a rocky terrain on one side, the other leads to an idyllic tidal pool where the kids will get worn out catching horseshoe crabs all day while you dip your toes in the cool water and try to finish the book you’ve been reading for the past six months. And nothing says summer like an endless day at Stoney. You can find everything from craft donuts to lobster rolls at Jimmy’s Classic Eats, right next to the Steamship Authority, or stock up on picnic staples at Woods Hole Market. Located on the sound, Stoney’s cobalt flat calm is conducive to wading, swimming, kayaking and paddle boarding. Both beaches are on our short list for best Falmouth sunset spots…
Fun in the Sun
Affectionately known as “Chappy,” the best of both worlds can be found at Chapoquoit. This bay beach offers calms seas and wading areas, but also delivers powerful surf when the tide comes in. Hit up the West Falmouth Market or Village Cafe just down the street in West Falmouth Village, and then make it a day at Chappy. As the golden hour arrives, so do the kite boarders, providing complimentary entertainment for your plein air dining. There’s no better way to reconnect with family than curling up in a beach chair while savoring a Chappy sunset…
Insider's Guide to Falmouth
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