To promote social distancing and public health, the Town encourages residents/taxpayers to purchase beach parking permits online. Beach parking permit stickers are available for purchase online 24/7 or in-person at the Town Clerk's office during business hours (Mon.-Fri., 8 am - 4:30 pm). Please remember to bring your car registration. If you have a leased vehicle, please also bring a copy of your lease agreement.
Sales in-person at the Bathhouse at 56 Surf Drive will be on the weekends from 9 a.m.-4 p.m. starting 6/4 The following is a list of beaches managed by the Falmouth Beach Committee (508-548-8623). Please check with Falmouth Town website Beach page for specific information about parking and lifeguards. |
BRISTOL: This beach, located in “Falmouth Heights” neighborhood, has plenty of parking and beautiful views. A small creek, which ebbs and flows between Little Pond and Vineyard Sound, is a great place for youngsters to attempt to catch sea creatures caught in the tidal surge. Beach sticker required for parking.
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FALMOUTH HEIGHTS: The beach at Falmouth Heights on Vineyard Sound is long and boasts plenty of beautiful sand. The water is warm and views of Martha’s Vineyard are outstanding. A new wheelchair ramp allows for handicap accessibility from the sea wall to the beach. A beach sticker is required and parking is limited.
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MENAUHANT: Located on Vineyard Sound, this is the longest beach in Falmouth, and is divided into an east side and a west side by a tidal stream that connects Bournes Pond to Vineyard Sound. Beach sticker required or a one-day fee can be paid to the gate attendant for parking.
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OLD SILVER: This beach is by far one of the most popular on the Cape. The parking lots are divided into two sections: one for residents and one for the public, which is accessed by paying a daily entry fee. Concessions, showers and changing rooms are available. People come from great distances to enjoy Old Silver’s pure white sand. Parking is ample, but come early; the lots fill up fast on hot summer days.
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STONY: Located in Woods Hole Village, this MBL owned beach is staffed by Falmouth lifeguards and parking attendants. It is a wonderful beach, sheltered from the afternoon southwest winds and highly utilized, so arrive early. A Falmouth beach sticker or MBL sticker is required to use the limited parking area.
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SURF DRIVE: Located on Surf Drive, a short walk from Falmouth’s Main Street, this beach features public showers and a concession stand. The Ellen T. Mitchell Bathhouse, where residents and visitors may purchase Falmouth Beach Parking Stickers, is located here. Surf Drive Beach faces Martha’s Vineyard and is a part of Vineyard Sound. Beach sticker required or a one-day parking fee can be paid at the gate or the Mill Road lot.
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