Corn Hill Beach
Truro, MA
Corn Hill Beach in Truro is a Cape Cod Bay beach with soft sand and calm water, close to the site where Pilgrims found stores of corn in 1620. The bay is warmer and gentler than the ocean side. Families favor it, and the sunsets over the water are strong.
Soft sand, calm water and Pilgrim history make it a family favorite, though the tide swings can shape the day.
How we score beachesCome at high tide for the warmest, calmest swimming. Sunset is the best time to visit.
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.
The lot is close to the sand, with a short approach. The beach is soft underfoot.
Summer is warmest, and the bay water is calm. Fall evenings are clear and quiet.
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