Nauset Light Beach is a scenic beach with towering, eroded dunes. The walk from the parking lot to the beach can be challenging with the large amount of stairs down to the beach. A trail from the parking area to the beach is also available but is a longer distance. The beach area is over a mile of unobstructed space with large waves and a strong undertow. The beach surface is extremely rocky in areas and may require beach shoes to navigate. Sparse seaweed and shells can be found on the beach; the grade to the water is gradual. A popular area for surfers and boogie boarders may not be the best area for kids or the elderly to swim. Seals are often seen swimming here.