Parking Information:

• Daily Fee: A daily parking fee of $25 is charged at the municipal parking lot during the summer season.
• Weekly/Seasonal Passes: The town of Barnstable offers weekly and seasonal parking permits that are valid at Kalmus Beach and other select Barnstable beaches. A non-resident weekly permit is $110, while a non-resident seasonal permit is $250 (prices are subject to change).
• Parking Availability: The parking lot has over 300 spaces, but it can fill up quickly on busy summer days, so arriving early is recommended.
• No Parking on Street: Parking along Ocean View Drive is prohibited and subject to fines and towing.

Facilities and Amenities:

• Lifeguards: Lifeguards are on duty during the summer season.
• Restrooms & Showers: The beach has a pavilion with a bathhouse, restrooms, and outdoor showers.
• Snack Bar: A snack bar is available during the summer months.
• Accessibility: The beach has some accessibility features, including a wooden path, but accessibility to the high tide level may be limited. Beach wheelchairs are also available.
• Separate Zones: The beach is divided into two sections by a jetty: one for swimming and a separate, windy area for windsurfing and kiteboarding.

Other Important Information:

• Dogs: Dogs are prohibited from the beach from May 15 to September 15.
• Activities: Besides windsurfing and swimming, the beach is a great spot to watch the ferries and boats go in and out of Hyannis Harbor.