Salisbury Beach State Reservation
Salisbury Beach State Reservation is a Massachusetts state park located in Salisbury. The park is managed by the Department of Conservation and Recreation.
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[edit] Description
Salisbury Beach State Reservation is a 521-acre (2.11 km2) park principally used for swimming, boating, and camping. The park's main feature is its 3.8 mile-long beach, one of the most popular in the Commonwealth. A 483-site campground is also available at the park from May to November. The park is run 24 hours a day from Memorial Day to Labor day. The park entrance fee is $9. Season passes are available at the Camp Office. During the summer, it is normal for the park to fill up before noon. The park is run by the Department of Conservation and Recreation. Reservations can be made at Reserveamerica.com or by calling toll-free 1-877-422-6762. The Campground is now open. Park Phone Number is 1-978-462-4481 or 978-462-4482.
Notable wildlife include harbor seals, which are often found on a jetty in the fall and winter.
[edit] Recreational opportunities
- Beaches
- Boating (all types)
- Boat Ramp
- Camping
- Educational/Interpretive Programs
- Fishing
- Group Day Use
- Hunting (restricted)
- Picnicking
- Restrooms
- Scenic Viewing Area
- Showers
- Swimming
- Trailer/RV Dumping
- Trailer/RV Hook-ups
[edit] See also
[edit] External links
- Park Website: http://www.mass.gov/dcr/parks/northeast/salb.htm
- Salisbury Beach and Salisbury Beach State Reservation information
- Pictures of a sunrise from the North Jetty, Salisbury Reservation
Coordinates: 42°49′35.4″N 70°49′2.8″W / 42.8265°N 70.817444°W