80°
Sunny
1%
85
Essex County, MA · Atlantic Ocean
Salisbury Beach State Reservation
1 Beach Road, Salisbury, MA 01952
Massachusetts' northernmost state beach: nearly four miles of sand at the mouth of the Merrimack River with one of the largest oceanfront state campgrounds in New England.
Today's Conditions
Ideal for a beach walk.
80°F air
Full NWS forecast for This Afternoon
Sunny, with a high near 80. South wind around 7 mph.
Tonight
Clear, with a low around 58. Southwest wind 3 to 7 mph.
Weather
- 80°F air — ideal beach weather
- Sunny skies — clear conditions
86 /100
ideal
86 Sunbathe
88 Walk
76 Fish
80 Photo
Best for walking today
Atmosphere
Air Temp
80°F
Clear
Wind
7 mph
S
Rain
1%
This Afternoon
Tomorrow
88°F
Sunny
Water
Water Temp
—
Water Quality
Clean
33 MPN/100mL · Enterococcus
USGS · sampled 6mo ago
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
5:06 AM
Sunset
8:16 PM
Moon · 87%
Waning Gibbous
Neap tides — smaller range
Today's Tides
7-day chart →| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 1:40 AM | High | 10.0 ft |
| 8:06 AM | Low | 0.6 ft |
| 2:22 PM | High | 8.7 ft |
| 8:11 PM | Low | 1.8 ft |
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
88°
Sunny
1%
85
87°
Mostly Sunny
0%
85
90°
Partly Sunny then Chance Rain Showers
25%
70
66°
Showers And Thunderstorms
77%
11
61°
Slight Chance Rain Showers
21%
56
69°
Mostly Sunny
12%
76
What to Bring Today
- recommended SPF 30 sunscreen clear day + warm temps
- recommended Umbrella or shade warm day, light wind
Always remember water bottle, trash bag (leave no trace).
Best Fishing Times Today
Solunar theory: fish activity peaks at moon transits (major) and moonrise/moonset (minor). All times local.
Minor
10:20 PM - 11:20 PM
Major
2:00 AM - 4:00 AM
Minor
7:00 AM - 8:00 AM
Major
2:30 PM - 4:30 PM
Beach Info
Parking
Vehicle entry fee Memorial Day weekend – Labor Day. Confirm current rate at the gate.
Dogs
Dogs prohibited on the beach during the open season; leashed dogs allowed in the campground and on trails in the off-season.
Entry Fee
Free
Address
1 Beach Road, Salisbury, MA 01952
Amenities
7-Day Tide Chart →
Full high/low predictions for the next week at Salisbury Beach State Reservation.
7-Day Weather →
Extended forecast for Salisbury Beach State Reservation from the National Weather Service.
Frequently Asked
Is Salisbury Beach State Reservation dog-friendly?
Dogs prohibited on the beach during the open season; leashed dogs allowed in the campground and on trails in the off-season.
Is there an entry fee at Salisbury Beach State Reservation?
Entry to Salisbury Beach State Reservation is free.
Are there lifeguards at Salisbury Beach State Reservation?
Yes. Seasonal lifeguards patrol Salisbury Beach State Reservation during the summer swim season (typically Memorial Day through Labor Day). Outside that window, swim at your own risk.
What amenities are at Salisbury Beach State Reservation?
Amenities at Salisbury Beach State Reservation include lifeguards, restrooms, showers, campground, picnic area, fishing.
When is the water warmest at Salisbury Beach State Reservation?
Atlantic water temperatures peak in August. Northern beaches (ME, NH, MA) run cool — typically 60-68°F at the summer peak. Mid-Atlantic (NJ, DE, MD, VA) hits 74-76°F. The Carolinas and Florida Atlantic warm into the 80s and stay swimmable from May through October.
Where is Salisbury Beach State Reservation located?
Salisbury Beach State Reservation is in Essex County, MA, at 1 Beach Road, Salisbury, MA 01952.
Nearby Beaches
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