Ellis Landing
Brewster, MA
Ellis Landing is a good sized Brewster bay beach on the town's eastern side, with a small lot and easy flat access. Low tide draws the flats out for what seems like a mile, and tidal pools hold crabs and small fish for kids to find. The landing is a family favorite with no lifeguards.
A good sized bay beach with tidal pools for kids, but a small lot and no lifeguards limit how many can enjoy it.
How we score beachesBring a bucket and shoes for the flats. The tidal pools are good for kids, but the mud can be slippery.
A Brewster beach permit is required from mid June through the Sunday of Labor Day weekend. The lot holds roughly 14 cars.
The lot is a short walk from the sand. The beach is soft sand and stones.
Dogs are prohibited from mid May to mid September.
Summer is warmest. Fall brings clear, calm days and a quieter beach.
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