Crowds line the shores of one of the Mashpee Beaches on Cape Cod.

Mashpee Beaches

With only one public ocean beach and two freshwater pond beaches, Mashpee often flies under the radar of beach-seeking visitors to the Cape. The serenity and breathtaking views of South Cape Beach are not to be missed though. Popular freshwater beaches at Attaquin Park and John’s Pond have also been family favorites for generations.

Attaquin Park

Attaquin Park

Located on the southern shore of freshwater Mashpee pond, Attaquin Park is a popular beach for all ages. ...
John’s Pond

John’s Pond

Popular among locals, John's Pond is a freshwater beach featuring a modern playground, covered picnic area and clean water ...
South Cape Beach

South Cape Beach

Mashpee's only ocean beach, South Cape Beach is a narrow strip of sand that stretches for over a mile and features amazing ...

Mashpee Parking Rates

Town Beaches

Weekly $50
Season (Resident) $30

South Cape Beach State Park

Daily (MA license plate) $15
Daily (Out of state license plate) $40
Season (MA resident) $60


A weekly visitor pass or seasonal resident pass is required to park at all town-owned Mashpee beaches from mid-June until Labor Day. Passes are valid for Attaquin Park, John’s Pond and the town lot at South Cape Beach.

For more information and to purchase passes visit:
mashpeema.gov/town-clerk/pages/licenses-stickers-certificates-fees

A daily fee or Massachusetts state park seasonal pass is required to park in the state-owned lot at South Cape Beach. For more information and to purchase passes visit:

mass.gov/how-to/purchase-an-annual-parking-pass-for-massachusetts-state-parks