What is the water and sand quality of the Black beach?

The beach has a sandy and rocky covering of gray color. It's very clean, the surface has a mixed fraction. Turquoise and clear water sparkles in the sun. The entrance to the water is a mixture of sand and rocks, so it is highly recommended to wear aqua shoes.

What are the key activities at Black beach?

For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Black beach, so you need to take personal items with you and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.

Is the Black beach good for swimming?

The entrance to the water is very smooth, the bottom is a bit rocky, so it is recommended to wear aqua shoes. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low.Black beach is partially protected from waves. The tides are high, so sometimes you have to cross several meters to get to the water.So the overall recommendation of the Black beach for swimming is very positive.

Is the Black beach good for families?

Family travelers should consider the following features of the beach. This is the natural virgin beach with minimal amenities. It's covered with mixture of sand and stones and the entrance to the water is very smooth.

Is the Black beach secluded and good for relaxing?

The beach is located in a natural area. During the high season, the occupancy of the beach is moderate, which is very good for lovers of a relaxing holiday.

What are the key audiences of Black beach?

Black beach can be a good place for the following groups of travelers:<ul><li>Beachgoers with pets</li></ul>

Is there any food or beverages in the area of Black beach?

There is no restaurant or bar directly on Black beach.There are 4 restaurants nearby.Sweeney Park Concession Stand is the closest place located 2300 meters from the beach.

What is the closest accommodation to the Black beach?

There are 34 places to stay in the Black beach area.Some of the best hotels in the area of Black beach include:<ul><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=1788825&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Beauport Hotel Gloucester</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=5458247&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">The Cabot Lodge</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=8167341&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Point Radio Cottage</a></li></ul>The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:<ul><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=5200272&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Good Harbor Haven</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=5995386&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Elegant Gloucester Beach Getaway with Ocean Views!</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=8897825&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Made for Beach Other</a></li></ul>

How far is the Black beach from parking?

The Black beach has a parking spot. It is not very large, so in high season it can be busy. The approximate distance from parking is less than 100 metres.

Are there any attractions nearby Black beach?

There are 1 attractions near Black beach that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Ravenswood Park located in 3.6 km. <a href="#attractions-section">See the attractions section for details.</a>

What is the best time of the year to visit Black beach?

The month with the highest temperature in Black beach is July. Its average value reaches 28°C. The warmest sea is in August, the average value is 21°C. The coldest month is January with air temperature 3°C and water 5°C. <a href="#weather-section">See more details in weather section.</a>

Is the beach good for sunbathing?

Black beach (Massachusetts) is not fully equipped for sunbathing. However, if you are not picky and are willing to spread out on a towel, you can sunbathe here as well. The natural shade will allow you to hide from the scorching sun in the peak of its activity. Well, the photos of our visitors will be the best proof of that, all the available photos of the beach are above.Black beach (Massachusetts) is a place for true nature lovers, but if you like sunbathing on the beach, then this location is not the best option. There are no sunbeds and umbrellas, and even there is no natural shade to hide you from the scorching sun. From positives, the presence of sand, on which you can sit comfortably. But do not forget sunscreen for this place, such a recommendation is relevant. Photos of the beach you can see above. All photos are taken by our visitors personally.

Photo of Black beach with gray sand & rocks surface

Photo of Black beach with turquoise pure water surface

Black beach

Kettle Cove Village, United States

6.6

#129 out of 133 in Massachusetts 2

Free entrance Virgin beach Easy access Perfect for swimming Short walking distance Parking nearby

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Located outside the settlement

Kettle Cove Village • 0.2 km

Map of beach

Park Stage Fort Park

5.2km

Restaurant Sweeney Park Concession Stand

8 - Very good 2km

Restaurant KALE ME CRAZY

2.7km

Restaurant Bravo by the Sea-Manchester & Gloucester

9 - Excellent 2.8km

Restaurant Laughing Gull Café on Summer St

9.2 - Excellent 2.8km

Restaurant Dunkin'

8.2 - Very good 2.9km

Restaurant Richdale

6.4 - Pleasant 2.9km

Restaurant Cala's

8.8 - Excellent 2.9km

Restaurant The Mooring

9.4 - Excellent 2.9km

Restaurant Allie's Beach Street Cafe

8.6 - Excellent 2.9km

Tourist Attraction Singing Beach

9 - Excellent 2.2km

Museum Hammond Castle Museum

3.1km

Tourist Attraction Ravenswood Park

9.6 - Exceptional 3.4km

Tourist Attraction Eastern Point Lighthouse

5.3km

Tourist Attraction Misery Islands

9.4 - Excellent 6.1km

Tourist Attraction Gloucester HarborWalk

9.2 - Excellent 6.7km

Museum Cape Ann Museum

6.8km

Tourist Attraction Good Harbor Beach

9.4 - Excellent 9.2km

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About

Black beach is located on the Atlantic ocean and it is in the 129th place out of 133 beaches in the Massachusetts region 36.2 km away from its center, the city of Boston. It is one of the beaches of Kettle Cove Village settlement, just 0.2 km from its center. The beach is located in a natural place.

Weather

history

+20 ^o C +10 ^o C

Air temperature

4.2 M/S

Wind

+19 ^o C

Water temperature

1.6 M

Wave height

Located outside the settlement

Kettle Cove Village • 0.2 km

Map of beach

Park Stage Fort Park

5.2km

Restaurant Sweeney Park Concession Stand

8 - Very good 2km

Restaurant KALE ME CRAZY

2.7km

Restaurant Bravo by the Sea-Manchester & Gloucester

9 - Excellent 2.8km

Restaurant Laughing Gull Café on Summer St

9.2 - Excellent 2.8km

Restaurant Dunkin'

8.2 - Very good 2.9km

Restaurant Richdale

6.4 - Pleasant 2.9km

Restaurant Cala's

8.8 - Excellent 2.9km

Restaurant The Mooring

9.4 - Excellent 2.9km

Restaurant Allie's Beach Street Cafe

8.6 - Excellent 2.9km

Tourist Attraction Singing Beach

9 - Excellent 2.2km

Museum Hammond Castle Museum

3.1km

Tourist Attraction Ravenswood Park

9.6 - Exceptional 3.4km

Tourist Attraction Eastern Point Lighthouse

5.3km

Tourist Attraction Misery Islands

9.4 - Excellent 6.1km

Tourist Attraction Gloucester HarborWalk

9.2 - Excellent 6.7km

Museum Cape Ann Museum

6.8km

Tourist Attraction Good Harbor Beach

9.4 - Excellent 9.2km

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Area

Average rating of nearest beaches is 7.6 (Very good)

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Nearest Beaches

490m 7 min walk

White beach

7.1 Good

1.1km 15 min walk

Gray beach

7.1 Good

2.5km

Singing beach

8.3 Very good

6.3km

West beach

7.2 Good

6.6km

Niles beach

7.2 Good

8.9km

Wingaersheek beach

7.8 Very good

9.4km

Good Harbor beach

8.1 Very good

11.9km

Beverly beach

7.8 Very good

Localities

Nearest

Kettle Cove Village • 280m

Main locality of province

Boston • 36.2km

Transport

Airport

BVY • 15.1km

Bus Station

Train Station - West Gloucester • 4.2km

Train Station

Manchester-by-the-Sea • 3.1km

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6.6 Good

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Ethan Ramirez

Novice Beachgoer • 1 year ago

10 Exceptional

What a stunning stretch of sand! It was the spot where I had my initial romantic rendezvous with my better half and her chum. Imagine my astonishment when I spotted some unanticipated guests - untamed penguins scaling the cliffs! It was an unforgettable event that will be etched in my mind forever.

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Kieran Thompson.

Novice Beachgoer • 1 year ago

10 Exceptional

I really enjoy Black Beach. It's a fantastic cove for swimming!

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Raiyin Dharan

Novice Beachgoer • 1 year ago

10 Exceptional

This beach is a true gem for capturing family and individual portraits. Its beauty was a pleasant surprise to me, as I had not known of it before my client recommended it for their family photo shoot.