Singing Beach

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Singing Beach

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🏖️ Beach · Manchester-by-the-Sea

3 hours · $ · No reservation needed

age fit
0–1 yr
★ 2.0
1–3 yrs
★ 4.0
3–5 yrs
★ 4.0
5–10 yrs
★ 5.0
  • 🚗
    About 55 min drive
    From Newton · Parking: No non-resident parking in summer: the standard approach is the Commuter Rail Rockport line to Manchester and a 10-minute walk; non-resident summer entry fee about $7 (check the website)
  • 🎒
    Carrier recommended
    Terrain isn't stroller-friendly; a carrier is easier
  • 🌳
    Little shade
    Great on sunny days · Handles heat · Wind-OK
  • ⏱️
    Typical visit: 3 hours
    Best seasons: Summer

One of New England's loveliest small beaches, where the sand squeaks and sings underfoot and a 2-year-old will drag their feet the whole way to hear it; big rocks at either end for older kids to climb and hunt for crabs, clear but cold water, and lifeguards on duty in summer. The walk from the train station passes through a quiet seaside town.

💡 Tips
Driving is nearly impossible in summer (residents only), so take the Rockport line from North Station, 1 hour, free for kids under 11, and the train itself is part of the fun. Strollers are awkward here, use a carrier and a beach wagon. The town has an ice cream shop. From September there is no fee and few people.

What this place offers

✓singing sand
✓fine sand
✓rocks
✓take the train
✓lifeguards
✓small town
✓restrooms

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This weekend's weather in Manchester-by-the-Sea

Forecast at the destination itself (coast and hills often differ from home)

🌦️
Sat 10/17
Drizzle · 37–62°F · 76% rain
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Sun 10/18
Overcast · 35–58°F · 1% rain

Location

Manchester-by-the-Sea, Massachusetts

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