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Crane Beach

310 Argilla Road, Ipswich, MA

8am to Sunset

$$

water-activities, swim

Crane Beach is a peaceful, easily accessible beach near Boston.

This is, quite literally, our favorite beach! We go all year round, and it's the perfect spot for long beach walks. During the summer, it's the perfect place to bring beach toys to play in the sand and go for a swim. The waves are small, and it's a relaxing, fun place to spread out and take in the sun. We love to end a summer day at the beach with either a trip to Russell Orchards or to Woodmans for a nice lobster roll – perfect after a fun-filled day at the beach.

However, my favorite time of the year to visit is during the off-season. The water is usually warmest in the fall, and the beach is less crowded! During non-summer months, dogs are welcome on the beach, and people also ride their horses.

Features

Parking Restrooms Good for All Ages Changing Table Has Food Dog-friendly

Thoughtfully captured by:

Jennifer de Merode

The Head of Accounting and Boston Ambassador, Jenny has been living in Boston for almost 10 years. Before Boston, she lived in Washington, DC for 8 years, and previous to that grew up on Long Island, NY. Along the way, she spent a few months in Amsterdam with her family biking all around and exploring that beautiful city! Jenny has always enjoyed being active - from organized sports to jogging, and of course, being in the garden as much as possible when the weather is cooperative. She tries to include her children in all of her active hobbies. With two toddler boys, ages 3 and 5, she and her husband spend their time discovering new places and things to do in the New England area. Spending time outdoors in all types of weather and encouraging her children to love all seasons is very important to her - and so is helping and encouraging others to do the same. Jenny and her family love spending time at the beach, traveling, taking walks and hikes, and of course, finding new playgrounds!

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