Chilmark · Massachusetts · USA
Lucy Vincent Beach
You'll navigate a sand track through scrub oak to find this Chilmark stretch where ochre bluffs tower over stones the size of fists. The Atlantic crashes harder here than on the island's gentler north shore, and the scene swings between bohemian and serene depending on which end of the mile-long strand you claim.
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You'll navigate a sand track through scrub oak to find this Chilmark stretch where ochre bluffs tower over stones the size of fists. The Atlantic crashes harder here than on the island's gentler north shore, and the scene swings between bohemian and serene depending on which end of the mile-long strand you claim.
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8 captures from Lucy Vincent Beach
About this beach
Where it is
Lucy Vincent Beach
Chilmark, Massachusetts, USA
41.3458°, -70.7695°
Top things to do
At Lucy Vincent Beach
Clay Cliff Portraits
Golden hour turns bluffs crimson
Strong Surf Swimming
Atlantic swells demand confident strokes
Tide-Line Beachcombing
Hunt fossils in eroded clay
West-End Sunbathing
Clothing-optional tradition since the seventies
Near this beach
Places, rentals, tours and events within walking and driving distance of Lucy Vincent Beach.
Questions people actually ask about Lucy Vincent Beach.
Is Lucy Vincent Beach safe for swimming?
Lucy Vincent Beach offers generally good swimming conditions during summer months, with lifeguards typically on duty from late June through early September. The beach features moderate waves and occasional strong currents, so swimmers should stay alert and heed lifeguard warnings. The sandy bottom slopes gradually, making it relatively family-friendly. However, like all Atlantic beaches, conditions vary with weather and tide. Water temperatures peak in July-August around 65-70°F. Always check daily conditions and swim near the lifeguard station when supervision is available.
When is the best time to visit Lucy Vincent Beach?
The best time to visit Lucy Vincent Beach is June through September when weather is warmest and facilities are fully operational. July and August offer peak beach weather with temperatures in the 70s-80s°F, though these months bring larger crowds. Early September provides a sweet spot with warm water, fewer visitors, and pleasant conditions. Off-season visits from October through May offer dramatic scenery and solitude, perfect for beachcombing and photography, but expect cold temperatures, limited facilities, and rough surf unsuitable for swimming.
