Rileys Beach

Cross Street, Cotuit, MA 02635
A boat sits just offshore at Rileys Beach in Barnstable, Cape Cod.

Small, quaint and tucked into residential neighborhoods, Rileys beach is a quieter alternative to nearby Loop Beach. Parking is limited to a small number of spots along the road and restricted to resident passholders only. Rileys Beach is a nice spot for a quick dip or to watch boats pass by, but the limited space and lack of restrooms make it less ideal for longer stays.


Parking: 5+ spaces

  • Resident parking only ($50/season)

A Barnstable beach pass or daily fee is required to park at town beaches between the hours of 9am – 3:45pm (7am – 3:45pm at Craigville Beach) year round. Daily fee parking is only available in season, and only at Craigville Beach, Hathaway’s Pond, Kalmus Beach, Keyes Memorial Beach, Sandy Neck Beach and Veteran’s Park Beach.

Resident passes are valid for all Barnstable beaches. Non-resident passes are valid only for Craigville Beach, Hathaway’s Pond, Kalmus Beach, Keyes Memorial Beach, Sandy Neck Beach and Veteran’s Park Beach.

For more information and to purchase passes visit:
townofbarnstable.us/Departments/Recreation/Beach-Stickers.asp

No lifeguards
No restrooms
Dogs allowed off-season only. No dogs May 15 through September 15.
Light crowds
Warm salt water