Independence Park Beach
Beverly, MA
Independence Park in Beverly has a sandy beach with a breakwater and a seawall, plus a grassy area with benches. The park has rich local history and dramatic ocean views. It suits a picnic or a swim, and street parking is open to both residents and non-residents.
A scenic, historic spot that is easy to reach, but street only parking and a small beach keep it modest.
How we score beachesThis is one of Beverly's easier public spots for non-residents because street parking is open to all. Watch posted signs for restrictions.
Street parking only, and it is available to both residents and non-residents.
Concrete pathways run through the park and reach its amenities, though the beach itself is sand.
Dogs are prohibited from Beverly's city beaches and parks between 7:30 am and 7:30 pm.
Summer evenings are best for a picnic on the seawall side. Fall skies over the water are worth a walk.
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