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Brewster Beaches ~ Cape Cod

First Light Beach

Mittens Rd
Brewster, MA 02631

Public Restroom
Picnic Area

Brewster purchased that property for $20 million last November, along with the camps’ 66-acre Long Pond property in Brewster for $6 million. The parking lot will be for residents only and vehicles will have to pass through a gate. Once 50 cars have gone through, the gate will be closed until someone leaves. The beach will be open 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. with no new vehicles admitted after 6 p.m. The Recreation Department has hired seasonal staff to man the gate. Brewster is planning other summer events for the public on the property. There are two movie nights scheduled: one is Friday, June 22, at 8 p.m. and one Friday Aug. 5, at 8 p.m. The Council on Aging will co-host the movies.

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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.