Ballston Beach
Truro, MA
Ballston Beach in Truro is a quiet oceanside beach backed by scenic dunes, on Ballston Beach Road. It has a peaceful reputation, and the crowd stays lighter than at the bigger Outer Cape beaches. The Atlantic surf is steady, and the dunes give it a wild feel.
Scenic dunes and a quiet feel make it a local favorite, though parking passes and a walk over sand are part of the deal.
How we score beachesCome on a weekday morning. The beach stays quiet, and the dune light is at its best early.
Truro town beach passes are required in season, roughly 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. from mid June through Labor Day. Check the town for current rates.
A path leads over the dunes to the sand. The final approach is soft.
Summer water is cool, and the beach is at its best from July to early September. Fall brings stronger surf.
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