Short Beach
42.430557, -70.933164
100-120 Nahant Road
Nahant, MA 01908
(781) 581-0026
Essex County
Short Beach Nahant
Bathhouse
Short Beach is located on Nahant Road in Nahant, Massachusetts. A residential beach, Short Beach is clean and clear of crowds. Parking is resident only; people renting vacation homes can certainly benefit with resident parking stickers (if provided from the rental) and avoid the crowds at neighboring Nahant Beach. The sand varies by location on the beach: small amounts of seaweed, somewhat rocky to extremely rocky. Finding space on the beach can be challenging during high-tide particularly at the rocky areas of the beach. Wave size varies and the walk out to the water is gradual, which is great for kids or those looking to dip their feet in the water.
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Hours Of OperationSunrise to sunset |
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ParkingLocated off Ward Road, resident parking only; resident sticker required |
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Life Guard ScheduleN/A |
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CampfiresNot allowed |
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FoodCarry in/carry out beach with food vendors within minutes driving. |
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LodgingMotels/hotels and rentals are within 5 minutes driving. |
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PetsNo pets are allowed on the beach from May through September. |
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Picnic AreaN/A |
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PlaygroundThere is a playground nearby, close the entrance to the beach. Additionally, across the street next to the parking lot Lowlands Park has grass fields and a baseball field. |
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Public TransportationPlease see the link below for times and other modes of public transportation. |
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Restrooms / ShowersA bathroom is located in the large white barn at the Nahant Life Saving Station. |
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Surfing/Kayaking/Paddle BoardingN/A |
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Tide Information |
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Walking TrailsThe Heritage Trail, is connected to the parking lot, is approximately 1/3 hike through marsh and woods. The trail is currently being expanded; when finished it will be 1.6 miles and connect Little Nahant to Bailey’s Hill. In addition to the Heritage Trail, there is a paved walkway and walking path that span Short Beach for walkers, dog walkers, and runners. |
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Water QualityWater quality is monitored from Memorial Day to Labor Day. For more information please call (617) 626-1250. The accepted standard is 104 CFU/100mL in a single day or an average of 35 CFU/100mL over five days. The link below is the test results from 2003 to the current year. Short Beach Water Quality |
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