Cape Cod Beach Guide
Yarmouth Beaches ~ Cape Cod
Smugglers Beach / Bass River Beach
220 South Street
South Yarmouth, MA 02664
South Yarmouth, MA 02664
- Lifeguard
- Public Restroom
- Showers
- Picnic Area
- Playground
- Boat Ramp
- Snack Bar
- Permitted Parking
Smugglers Beach, officially known as Bass River Beach, is a popular family beach located at the mouth of the Bass River in South Yarmouth, MA. Its location provides both a great view of boats entering and exiting the river and a wide sandy shoreline on Nantucket Sound.
Parking Information
- Address: 220 South Street, South Yarmouth, MA 02664.
- Daily Fee: A daily parking pass costs $25 during the summer season.
- Weekly/Seasonal Passes: Weekly passes for $100 and seasonal passes (with different rates for residents and non-residents) are also available and are valid at all Yarmouth public beaches.
- Hours: Parking is enforced from the Saturday of Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day, generally from 8 AM to 5 PM.
- Boat Trailer Parking: There is a separate, dedicated parking lot and boat ramp for vehicles with boat trailers.
Facilities and Amenities
- Lifeguards: Lifeguards are on duty during the summer season.
- Restrooms & Showers: The beach has full restroom facilities and outdoor showers.
- Food: A snack bar is available, with picnic tables for convenience.
- Recreation: There is a fishing pier, and volleyball nets are often set up. The calm waters make it an excellent spot for swimming, fishing, and boating.
- Accessibility: The beach has solid-surface walkways from the parking lot to the beach.
Rules and Regulations
- Dogs: Dogs are not allowed on the beach from the Friday before Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day.
- Prohibited Items: Glass containers and alcohol are not permitted.
- Swimming: Swimming is only allowed in designated areas.