Tom Nevers Beach
Nantucket, MA
Tom Nevers Beach sits on Nantucket's southeast corner, where the Atlantic meets low bluffs and open sand. It is far from downtown and mostly quiet. Waves are steady, and the beach has the feel of a spot you only find with local advice.
Quiet and open, with steady waves, though it is remote and has no facilities.
How we score beachesBring everything you need and plan for a longer trip from town. Sunrise and early morning are quiet.
There is a limited parking area near the beach. Check current signage.
A path leads over soft sand to the shore. There are no built facilities.
Atlantic swells arrive year round, and late summer is warmest.
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