Round Hill Beach
Dartmouth, MA
Round Hill Beach is a 30 acre sand beach on Round Hill Beach Road in Dartmouth, with views across to the Elizabeth Islands. Lifeguards work it from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. from June until August 15, and there is paved parking and beach mats. It is for Dartmouth residents only.
A big lifeguarded beach with island views and mats, but access is limited to Dartmouth residents.
How we score beachesA yearly sticker is $35, or $15 per day for residents. The lot fills on hot weekends, so arrive early.
Paved parking on Round Hill Beach Road; Dartmouth residents only.
Beach mats are installed to help with sand access.
No dogs are allowed.
Lifeguard hours cover mid June to mid August, which is also the warmest stretch. On clear days the islands are visible on the horizon.
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