Barnstable County, MA · Atlantic Ocean
Sandy Neck Beach Park
Sandy Neck Beach Park offers public shoreline and pier access on the Atlantic coast in Barnstable County. Common targets include striped bass, bluefish, and summer flounder.
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Top pick today
Summer Flounder — Marginal conditions for Summer Flounder.
Best conditions of 3 species tracked at Sandy Neck Beach Park.
Small Craft Advisory issued July 21 at 2:31PM EDT until July 22 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Boston/Norton MA
Atmosphere
Water
Sun & Moon
Today's Tides
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 12:30 AM | Low | 0.0 ft |
| 6:18 AM | High | 4.7 ft |
| 12:42 PM | Low | -0.0 ft |
| 6:45 PM | High | 5.1 ft |
Species at Sandy Neck Beach Park
3 species tracked, ranked by today's conditions. The top pick is open below — tap any species to expand it, or a chip to focus.
#1 Summer Flounder Marginal conditions for Summer Flounder. In season 46/100
What's helping
- outgoing tide — summer flounder prefers outgoing tide
What's hurting
- NWS alert active — check the alert before heading out
About. Paralichthys dentatus — Locally called "fluke." Flatfish that ambushes bait off sandy and mixed bottom. Drifting bucktails tipped with Gulp! or live minnows through Ocean City and Chincoteague inlets is the classic method.
Prefers. Water 58–75°F (ideal 65°F) · outgoing tide · depth 10–100 ft.
Last verified 54 days ago on 2026-05-29. Open source page →
- Min size
- 16.5"
- Daily creel
- 5
16.5" from shore / 17.5" from a boat, 5 fish/day, late May–late Sep.
Source: Massachusetts regulations · verified 2026-05-29.
#2 Striped Bass Skip the Striped Bass trip today. In season 30/100
What's hurting
- outgoing tide — striped bass prefers incoming tide
- NWS alert active — check the alert before heading out
About. Morone saxatilis — Maryland's state fish. Anadromous — runs into Bay tributaries to spawn each spring. Targeted by trolling, jigging, live-lining, and surf casting. Locally called "rockfish."
Prefers. Water 50–72°F (ideal 62°F) · incoming tide · depth 5–35 ft.
Last verified 54 days ago on 2026-05-29. Open source page →
- Min size
- 28"
- Max size
- 31"
- Daily creel
- 1
28–31" slot, 1 fish/day. Inline (non-offset) circle hooks required when fishing with bait.
Source: Massachusetts regulations · verified 2026-05-29.
#2 Bluefish Skip the Bluefish trip today. In season 30/100
What's hurting
- outgoing tide — bluefish prefers incoming tide
- NWS alert active — check the alert before heading out
About. Pomatomus saltatrix — Toothy, aggressive pelagic predator. "Snapper blues" invade the lower Bay and coastal bays in summer; bigger choppers along the Atlantic coast. Hits metal jigs, topwater, and cut bait savagely — wire leaders recommended.
Prefers. Water 60–80°F (ideal 70°F) · incoming tide · depth 5–50 ft.
Last verified 54 days ago on 2026-05-29. Open source page →
- Daily creel
- 5
No minimum size. 5 fish/day from shore or private boat (more on for-hire vessels).
Source: Massachusetts regulations · verified 2026-05-29.
Location Info
Water Body
Atlantic Ocean
Region
Access
Pier, shore, and ramp
Jurisdiction
Massachusetts
Coordinates
Local reports & rules for Sandy Neck Beach Park: Massachusetts MassWildlife fishing & regulations → · fish-consumption advisories (EPA directory) →
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Frequently Asked
Do I need a fishing license to fish at Sandy Neck Beach Park?
Yes (anglers age 16 and older). To fish at Sandy Neck Beach Park you need the appropriate state fishing license. See the agency's current rules: the state agency website
What fish are commonly targeted at Sandy Neck Beach Park?
Sandy Neck Beach Park is listed on this site for 3 commonly-targeted species: Striped Bass, Bluefish, Summer Flounder. Which species is currently in season and which is scoring highest today is shown in the per-species ranking on this page.
When is the best time to fish at Sandy Neck Beach Park?
It depends more on the species and the day's conditions than on a fixed "best hour." Water temperature, weather, and — at tidal locations — the stage of the tide drive activity most. The per-species ranking on this page scores every target species at Sandy Neck Beach Park against today's live conditions, so the fish near the top are your best bets right now; check back as conditions change through the day.
What kind of access does Sandy Neck Beach Park have?
Sandy Neck Beach Park has multiple access types — pier, shoreline, and at least one public boat ramp.
Which state's fishing regulations apply at Sandy Neck Beach Park?
state agency regulations apply at Sandy Neck Beach Park. Size limits, creel limits, and seasonal closures are listed per species on each species page. Always confirm against the agency source linked from each regulation block — emergency closures can take effect mid-season.
Is Sandy Neck Beach Park tidal water?
Yes. Sandy Neck Beach Park sits on tidal water with a NOAA tide station nearby. Today's high/low timing is in the tide chart on this page.