Cockle Cove Beach
Chatham, MA
Cockle Cove Beach in South Chatham is often called the calmest swimming beach in town, and it is a popular choice for toddlers. A portable restroom is the only facility, and lifeguards are posted from mid-June through early September. The quiet water makes it easy for kids to wade.
Calm water suits toddlers, though services are minimal and passes are required.
How we score beachesBring your own snacks and shade, since services are minimal. It is a good pick for very young kids.
In 2026, non-resident passes ran $30 a day, $90 a week, or $190 for the season from mid-June to early September. Check current rates.
Only a portable restroom is on site; check on arrival for the path from parking to the sand.
Dogs are prohibited May 1 through September 15.
Sound water is mild by August. Calm conditions are common in the morning.
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