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Surfside Beach

Nantucket’s most popular south-shore beach, with surf, a snack bar, and a flat bike path from town that beats the tiny lot.

Nantucket, Massachusetts · live parking & conditions · updated June 19, 2026

About Surfside Beach

Surfside Beach is a free public beach in Nantucket, Massachusetts. On-site you'll find restrooms, lifeguard.

Parking at Surfside Beach

Small free lot + bike path. BeachMap shows Surfside Beach's live parking status — open, filling or full — reported by other beachgoers.

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Conditions & tides

In a typical year August is the warmest month here, with highs near 72°F, and it's reliably beach weather August. Tap Surfside Beach on the map for live surf, wind, water temperature, UV and tide times.

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Surfside Beach: FAQ

Is there parking at Surfside Beach?
Small free lot + bike path. BeachMap shows Surfside Beach's real-time parking status — open, filling or full — reported by other beachgoers.
Is Surfside Beach free?
Yes — Surfside Beach is free to access.
What's at Surfside Beach?
Surfside Beach has restrooms, lifeguard.

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