Low Beach
Nantucket, MA
Low Beach is a quiet stretch of Atlantic shoreline on Nantucket's southeast side, south of 'Sconset village. The dunes are low and the beach is wide, with fewer people than the south shore favorites. It is a good option when other beaches feel packed.
Uncrowded and pleasant, though it is remote and offers no facilities.
How we score beachesBring your own gear, since there are no facilities. It is a good spot for a long walk on the sand.
There is limited parking near the access. Check current signage.
A path leads to the sand, which is soft. There are no built facilities.
Atlantic water is cool, and the beach is quiet outside the peak summer weeks.
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