Overview

Salisbury Beach overlooks the point at which the Merrimack River feeds the Atlantic Ocean. It’s a great place to swim, boat, or camp.

Hours

Sunrise to sunset

Parking

Daily parking fee charged May 15 through October 31. Credit and debit accepted for parking fee (no cash).

MA resident  $14

Non-MA resident  $40

Resident and non resident status is determined by the vehicle license plate

Get a parking pass for Massachusetts state parks

Get a lifetime senior parking pass (MA Residents)

Activities

Swimming
Swim and sunbathe along Salisbury Beach’s 3.8-mile coastline.

Boating
Launch your motorboat, canoe, or kayak from 2 boat ramps on the Merrimack River.

Camping
Salisbury Beach offers 484 campsites for tents, trailers, or R.V.

All Activities at Salisbury Beach State Reservation

  • Boating (motorized)
  • Boating (non-motorized)
  • Educational programs
  • Camping
  • Canoeing and kayaking
  • Fishing
  • Horseback riding
  • Swimming

Facilities

  • Boardwalk
  • Picnic area
  • Boat ramp
  • Grilling
  • Pavilion
  • Playground
  • Restrooms
  • Scenic viewing areas
  • Showers
  • Trailer/R.V. dumping
  • Trailer/R.V. hookup
  • Weddings

Accessibility

  • Accessible beaches
    • Available beach chairs (20 sunbathing wheelchairs, 3 floating wheelchairs)
  • Accessible camping
  • Accessible educational programs
  • Accessible picnicking
  • Accessible restrooms
  • Accessible swimming
  • Accessible nature center

Restrictions

  • No dogs or other pets, with exception of service animals, allowed on beach April 1st to Sept. 15th.
  • No alcohol
  • No littering

 

Salisbury Beach