Cape Cod Beach Guide


Dennis Beaches ~ Cape Cod

Mayflower Beach
134 Dune Rd
Dennis, MA 02638
  • Lifeguard
  • Public Restroom
  • Snack Bar
Mayflower Beach
Mayflower Beach in Dennis, MA, is one of Cape Cod's most popular and highly-rated beaches, known for its soft, white sand and expansive tidal flats at low tide. This bay-side beach offers calm and warm waters, making it an ideal destination for families with children. The beach is located at 134 Dune Rd, Dennis, MA 02638.

Parking Information:

  • Required Permit: A daily fee or a Dennis beach pass is required to park at Mayflower Beach from the Saturday of Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day.
  • Daily Pass: The daily fee is $35, paid with a credit card at the public parking area.
  • Weekly/Seasonal Passes: Weekly passes cost $100. Seasonal passes are also available at different price points for residents and non-residents.
  • Limited Parking: Mayflower Beach has a large parking lot with over 100 spaces, but it is extremely popular and often fills up early, sometimes as early as 9:00 AM on peak summer days. It is strongly advised to arrive early to secure a spot.

Facilities and Amenities:

  • Lifeguards: Lifeguards are on duty during the summer season.
  • Restrooms: Full restroom facilities are available.
  • Snack Bar: A concession stand is open in-season.
  • Accessibility: The beach has a boardwalk stretching from the parking lot over the dunes to the sand. Handicap surf chairs (Mobi-Chairs) are also available.
  • Recreation: Volleyball nets are often set up on the western side of the beach.

Rules and Regulations:

  • Dogs: Dogs are not allowed on Dennis beaches, in the parking areas, or in unattended vehicles from the Friday before Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day.
  • Prohibited Items: Glass containers and alcohol are prohibited on the beach and in the parking lot.
  • Smoking/Vaping: Smoking and vaping are prohibited on the beach and in the parking lot at all times.
  • Hours: The parking lot is typically staffed from 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM during the season.