Black Rock Beach (Doggie Beach)
Nahant, MA
Black Rock Beach is a rocky Nahant beach on Castle Road, better known as Doggie Beach. It is reached by a right of way at the north end of the beach, and there is no parking. It is one of the few beaches where dogs can run off leash year round.
A rare year round off leash spot with a view of the Boston skyline, though there is no parking and rocky footing.
How we score beachesBring water for your dog and a bag, since the beach has no parking or facilities. The right of way at the north end is the way in.
There is no parking at the beach, so plan to walk in from nearby streets.
The beach is rocky and reached by a right of way at the north end, so it is not suited to wheelchairs.
Doggie Beach on Castle Road may be used year round for dogs off leash.
Fall and winter days are the most popular with dog owners. Summer mornings are quiet.
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