Cape Cod Beach Guide


Brewster Beaches ~ Cape Cod

Crosby Landing
276 Crosby Lane
Brewster, MA 02631
  • Public Restroom
  • Parking
Crosby Landing
Crosby Landing is a beautiful bay beach located a short distance off Route 6A heading east towards Orleans. One of the larger Brewster beaches, it offers scenic views of Cape Cod Bay, warm water, and great parking. It is located within walking distance of Nickerson State Park. Farther east off Route 6A, is Crosby Beach, which is ideal for beach walkers. There are lots of little pools at low tide for kids to play in. Lots of room at low tide. Fairly spacious at high tide. Nice sand.

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Crosby Landing Beach is located at 276 Crosby Ln, Brewster, MA 02631. It is open daily from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM and has a rating of 4.5 stars. You can find more information on the Brewster town website or by calling +1 508-896-3701.

Driving Directions:Route 6A to Crosby Lane

For Brewster beaches, parking permits are required from June 15th through the Sunday of Labor Day weekend, from 9 AM to 4 PM daily.

Here's what you need to know about obtaining them:

How to Purchase:

  • Online Only: Permits are primarily sold online at stickers.brewster-ma.gov.
  • Mail-in Request: You can also request permits by mail with cash or check.
  • No In-Person Sales: As of the latest information, there are no in-person sales of permits.

Types of Permits and Fees (as of June 2025):

  • Resident/Taxpayer Permits:
  • First two vehicles per household: $25.00 per permit.
  • Additional vehicles: $40.00 per vehicle.
  • Eligibility: Requires proof of residency (e.g., current year real estate tax bill with a minimum annual bill of $450.00, or a 12-month lease if you live in Brewster year-round and your vehicle isn't registered there). Valid motor vehicle registration for each permit is required, and permits are vehicle-specific.
  • Dependent Children: Eligible if they live with the listed property owner and meet age/ID requirements.
  • Trusts/LLCs: Only named Trustees/LLC members are eligible.
  • Wampanoag Tribal Members: Eligible for Tribal beach parking permits with a copy of their Tribal ID card.
  • Non-Resident (Visitor) Permits:
  • One-day permit: $20.00
  • Full season permit: $150.00
  • These are paperless permits; enforcement is done using license plate reader technology. You can purchase them the day of or in advance of your visit.

Important Notes:

  • Paperless System: Brewster uses a paperless permit system, and enforcement is conducted using license plate reader technology. You do not need to print a physical permit.
  • Non-Refundable: All beach parking permits are non-refundable.
  • Convenience Charge: A convenience charge (3.99% or $1.50, whichever is greater) applies to online purchases.
  • Parking Not Guaranteed: A permit does not guarantee a parking spot at any Town beach or pond, as parking is limited.
  • Violations: Parking without a valid permit incurs a $40.00 fine, strictly enforced by the Brewster Police Department.
  • Dogs: Dogs are generally not allowed on public beaches, tidal flats, landings, and public ponds from May 1 to October 1.
  • Fires/Cookouts: No fires are allowed on any public beaches. Cookouts are only permitted on private beaches with a permit from the Brewster Fire Department.

For the most up-to-date information and to purchase permits, visit the official Town of Brewster website, specifically their Beach Information and Permit Sales pages. You can also email permits@brewster-ma.gov or call (508) 896-3701 ext. 1155 if you have questions.