steps / jetties
steps beach
The water is usually calm and a bit warmer on the Nantucket Sound side of the island. Steps Beach is off Cliff Road about four miles from town, sandwiched between Dionis and Jetties, and is not on most people's radar. Before you take on the massive set of stairs leading down, enjoy the view of Great Point Light off to the right. Steps Beach offers protected shores with gentle waves washing onto the sandy beach, and gray-shingled mansions dotting the surrounding sand dunes. Come prepared, as there are no lifeguards or facilities, and make sure to save some energy to make the climb back up the steps.
JETTIES BEACH
Jetties beach is one of the most popular beaches on the island, conveniently located on the north shore just outside of town. Jetties is named for the large rock jetties that have been guiding ships into Nantucket harbor since their completion in 1911. It is a wide, flat beach with shallow water and generous sand bars at low tide. Jetties is well used by families and children as it is one the most accessible beaches on Nantucket and does not require a long hike up and down a dune! There is a large parking lot, a restaurant, shops, restrooms and changing rooms nearby, as well as a playground.
THE SAND BAR
Sandbar at Jetties Beach offers the quintessential beachfront Nantucket experience – with a spacious, open-air restaurant and bar and plentiful seating in the surrounding sand. Enjoy a wonderfully fresh raw bar, delicious burgers and sandwiches, and seafood. Paired with a refreshing cocktail and a view of Nantucket Sound, you’ll be sure to experience the perfect Nantucket summer day at Sandbar.
** THIS IS WHERE WE WILL BE HOSTING FRIDAY NIGHTS WELCOME PARTY!**