Nantasket Beach-- countless summers spent here during my childhood. I remember when my grandmother…read morewould come here to see the live band on Sundays and line dance under the bandstand. There was a food shack at the pavilion and we would get fried clams after swimming in the water with my boogie board. Then my mom would take me to the playground, and end the day with some mini golf, a carousel ride, and some ice cream. I came here yesterday for the first time in a while, and the renovations are very prevalent. Mini golf is gone, as well as the arcade and fascination. Many new restaurants, none of the ones I remember. Lots of new housing being built. Same sand, same ocean. I see a lot of hopeful developments that will energize this place, but I miss the nostalgia it had when I was a kid. We came here yesterday, May 17th, which has been the nicest day of the year so far. I didn't think it would be this crowded. Never in my almost 30 years of coming here have I seen the beach this crowded. Wow. We all had the same idea. And, it was free parking since it was before the "official" season. So it was a while of circling around and around for a spot. But then we found one. The sand is nice, no rocks. Water is warm. Good for families, or groups of friends, or solo beachgoers. Food nearby, not too many gift shops anymore, but hopefully more to come. A beachfront resort if you want a getaway. No more live music, I hope it comes back. Still have bathhouses to use, they look the same as when I was a kid. One of the best beaches in the South Shore.

Nantasket Beach is the beach I go to for convenience. It's…read morelocated in Hull & for me, I personally like to set up towards the Cumberland Farms & park in one of the two open lots there because this side of the beach is less rocky & sand is better! I know some people like to stick to the side by the bathrooms & showers but whenever it's high tide, there's no where to set up & many times, people end up pulling their stuff to the sidewalk lol. There's a couple different food options available too, some are takeout quick eats like hotdogs etc or you can also do sit down dining. There's parking lot by the bathrooms is cheaper; ~$15 cash for weekdays & $20 cash for the side of the beach I like. There's also meter parking spots scattered! Water is WARM, which is much different from the beaches up north (Gloucester, Ipswich), so very swimmable & for the most part, pretty clean. There's some waves here and there, which I can see being great for kids to come w: their boogie boards! Overall, I always end up coming back to this beach at least once or twice each summer haha. Not too shabby & parking prices aren't bad.

This past weekend, myself and a buddy wanted to get out of Boston and shake up our walking route…read moreand landed on World's End. Be careful when putting the address into your navigation, especially Waze users, as it took us to the totally wrong location at first. Once you arrive, however, parking is pretty straightforward. It costs $10/car. The staff at the hut where you pay for parking was super helpful in letting us know what route would best suit our time constraints. We were even given a map! The trails were pretty clear, some maybe weren't as clearly defined as they could've been. Note for hikers: this does feel like more a stroll in the park as opposed to a true hike. Some hidden paths did feel like one, however, so don't be afraid to venture off what seems to be the most defined routes. We loved the views of the Boston skyline, harbour, and Hull, MA. This place is definitely worth a visit. I'm looking forward to coming back in autumn to see some good foliage!

Large park with great views of Boston and Nantasket beach it's a about 4 miles round trip. There…read moreare different trails and maps around the park. Parking you just go online it's $10 for parking and entrance for every one in your car so it's cheap. There is a rest room you can use near the parking lot.

Hingham bathing beach is nestled in the heart of Hingham Center on the crows point side of the…read moreharbor. It is truly a breathtaking spot. During the summer there are lifeguards on duty from about 12 to 4 PM. The beach is very clean and well-kept. It's never too busy and there's always plenty of parking. Most people don't know about this place. It's actually open to the public. You do not need to be a Hingham resident to visit here. Not only that but it's actually free. Not only is the beach pristine and beautiful, the water idyllic blue and fresh and clean, but there is a green right next to the beach and it is vast and beautiful with lots of trees and picnic tables. There's lots of places to sit. There's also a snack bar with amazing food. It has lobster rolls and salads and amazing fries. This place is totally a gem. On the other side of the beach there is a beautiful knoll with lots of trees. I recommend this place for kids, for picnic Sundays, for families, anybody can come here. It is open and free to all. A wonderful place to be. Dogs are welcome here on the beach from Labor Day to memorial day. And then from Memorial Day to Labor Day they need to be on leash next to you and they're really not supposed to be on the beach when there are a lot of people around.

We had the honor of stepping foot on the grounds special to Prince Hall Masonary. This park has a…read morelot of History. It has a renovated playground and a restaurant. Parking can be tight but stat vigilant!

Even in the dead of winter ,this is an exciting place to visit,…read moreIts the best air in the city a nice cardio workout in the wind , I just love the views

Where the F is Humarock?? Look it up and Check it out sometime. Most of the beach is private…read morealong central Ave but they do have a public parking area and beach area. It is rocky getting close to the water so wear flip flops. It's quaint and worth a visit to relax and explore a different beach .

Been going here since I was a kid. Great quiet beach... Recently there have been a lot more rocks…read moreand seaweed than in years past though :( Also! this is a private beach for people who live in Humarock only! There is nowhere to park for public beach access. Keep that in mind!

Beautiful park! Dogs are welcome to walk around and swim :) There are so many paths here and a lot…read moreto explore. It is a very calming spot with the waves lapping on the beach and the trees swaying in the wind. Highly recommend for a good dog walking activity.

Picnic area and plenty of parking. Easy walking on flat surface. Beach and views of islands and…read morepassing boats. Historical significance

It was a perfect day for a beach break, apparently, everyone else in the South Shore had the same…read moreidea. Drank way too much bubble tea on the way down and had horrific flashbacks of beach restrooms past but found these facilities to be clean and amazingly well kept. The water was shallow and warm for a long swim! Soft soft sand, friendly beach goers and 2 parked ice cream trucks nearby = happy happy me. Now I understand the etymology of the word 'gull-less'. Freakin' seagulls walked right up to our bags and stole our snacks. Next time I bring my air rifle. Bring it on you food snatching pea brains!

Nice family beach. Went in May before Memorial Day, so in the off season and we weren't dinged for…read morenot having a parking pass. Also, the beach allows dogs.

Recommend you read the signs and stuff. Place is spooky but really cool! Interesting…read moregeographically considering you can drive here but it's in the middle of the Boston harbor islands. AMAZING view!

Fort Revere Park is small and has some excellent views of Brewster Islands and lighthouses, Boston,…read moreand the south shore, with several picnic tables to help visitors relax with a book, company, and/or a meal. However, all of the historical structures on-site have been vandalized, especially with spray paint, making it much harder to appreciate the history of this park. Some rooms are very dark and could be described as downright spooky. It's also in need of structural repair.

So far, we have only been here twice, Labor Day 2023 and 2024 after moving to MA in 2023. We wish…read morewe didn't live 40 minutes away by car. We would be here much more often! Since our only times here have been on probably the busiest day of the year, please take that into consideration with my review. The not so great: Parking is a bit tight, but not impossible if you got a bit of patience. There are no public restrooms, this year (2024) there didn't seem to be any bins for dog poop or trash, there is only one water station at the front. The good: With the exception of one family not checking their dog's resource guarding, every other dog we saw was so well behaved with responsible owners. Between the beach, the walking path, and the hill, there's so much opportunity to run out your pup! While we were a bit bummed that high tide took away the ability to walk the entirety of the peninsula on the beach, the water was clearer than it is during low tide, so we'd definitely recommend a high tide visit. After a little over an hour there, our German Shepherds were completely wiped out and even after the 40-minute ride home where they napped, they were still conked until dinner time.

Best dog park ever! And with a tiny beach where dogs are allowed all time! My pup loves this place!…read moreThe water looks dirty, but he doesn't mind and had a great swim. The hills and greens on the island is huge and there are so many dogs on the weekend! My dog had a blast playing with other dogs and running up and down hills chasing balls! Best play to tire out a dog while give him a good time!

Several parking spots and nearby porta-johns on this paved and scenic trail around Deer Island, the…read moreonly Harbor Island accessible without a boat. There are no deer really but you might see coyotes so keep your dogs leashed. It is also not a foresty island, it is mostly made up of the wastewater treatment plant at the center, with this 2.6 mile loop trail around the perimeter. That does not take away from the views of the islands and the city skyline. There is a beautiful Celtic cross memorial up a small hill on the trail, that looks out to Boston and commemorates many Irish immigrants who perished and were buried in unmarked graves, as were many Native Americans here. There is a fishing pier and a rock wall walkway. No real facilities or food, so bring your picnic. There are many benches to sit on, and the flat rock wall itself. The walk from the Deer Island parking lot to the Celtic cross is about 12 minutes, depending on your pace. Watch the planes line up to make their meticulous touchdown on Logan's 2-foot landing strip. :) It is a pleasant and reflective stroll and you can do as much or as little as you wish.

Nice little fishing pier. It was super windy. Didn't catch any fish but there were plenty of crabsread more