Ladies Beach is located south of Bartlett Farm and within the Smooth Hummocks Coastal Preserve. The beach features body surfing and boogie boarding during low tide. There is a nearby parking area and a footpath through the dunes for beach access. The waves and current along the south shore make this beach ideal for strong swimmers and surfers
Tom Nevers Beach, also known as “Pebble Beach,” is a rarely crowded south shore beach on Nantucket with very coarse sand and heavy surf. Beach access can be difficult, and the area is sometimes foggy. It is an excellent spot for surfcasting. There is no lifeguard on duty and no facilities on site. Parking is limited.
Fisherman’s Beach sits between Nobadeer and Surfside on Nantucket’s south shore, offering a quieter alternative while still featuring dunes, dune grass, and surf. Steep steps lead down to the beach, and parking is very limited, so biking or walking is recommended. There are no lifeguards, no bathrooms, and no food service. Surf can be rough, and visitors should watch for undertow. Nearby Stones Beach shares the same character and also features a Little Free Library for trading books.
Miacomet Pond is a freshwater pond located on Nantucket’s South Shore. It is noted as a good spot for young children. Parking is available at the pond, though it is limited and shared with Miacomet Beach. There is no lifeguard on duty and no facilities on-site. Visitors should be aware that snapping turtles may be encountered. Avoid entering the pond if an active algal bloom is reported.
Western Avenue Beach is located across from what used to be the Youth Hostel and is maintained by the Nantucket Land Bank. There extremely limited parking, though it is possible to park at Surfside Beach and walk to this beach access. The Land Bank has updated the entry to this beach, adding a small accessible park with seating. However, getting to this beach and shoreline requires going down a long set of gradual stairs and a long walk over a sand path.
