Tenean Beach
Boston, MA
Tenean Beach is a small DCR beach at the mouth of the Neponset River in Dorchester, along a little inlet a bit over a mile from Savin Hill. The park around it has a playground and plenty of open lawn, and the sand faces the mouth of the river with views toward Quincy Bay.
A quiet, easygoing neighborhood beach with a good park behind it, but a river mouth location means water clarity varies with the weather.
How we score beachesCome for the park more than the swimming. It is a pleasant place for a picnic and a walk along the harbor, especially early in the day.
There is a lot at the park and some street parking nearby. Check signage for current rules.
The park has paved paths and open lawn, and the beach is a short walk from the parking area. The sand is regular soft sand.
Mid to late summer is the sweet spot, and the river mouth can make the water murkier after heavy rain. Fall walks along the shore are peaceful.
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