Est. 1852 · Beverly Farms, Massachusetts
West Beach
A private, member-run beach on the North Shore — cared for by neighbors for more than 170 years.
Members Only
The beach is open to members only during the active season.
Sticker Parking
Summer parking is by car sticker, first come, first served.
Member-Run
A nonprofit maintained by an elected Board of Directors.
Our Story
A Beverly Farms Tradition Since 1852
West Beach Corporation was founded in 1852 and has provided residents and subscribers a special place to enjoy the outdoors ever since.
Originally deeded to John West in 1666, the beach passed through generations of farmers, shoemakers, mariners and tradespeople before neighbors petitioned to form a single corporation — so everyone in the East and West Farms school districts could share it.
Beach Conditions
Tides & Water Temperature
Tide predictions: NOAA, Salem, MA station. Water temperature: Open-Meteo marine data.
Access & Membership
Who can use West Beach?
Eligibility is based on a boundary established in 1852, defined by the two school districts in the area at that time. Residents who live within that boundary are eligible for a car sticker.
The beach is open to members only during the active season, and West Beach reserves the right to restrict access to sticker holders only.
Before you visit
- Display your car sticker to park in the summer lot
- Parking is first come, first served
- Dogs are never allowed on the property
- Review the beach rules before your first visit
Employment
Spend your summer on the beach
West Beach looks for dependable, certified lifeguards to help keep our members safe each season. View the job description and download an application to get started.
Get in Touch
Questions? We’d love to hear from you.
West Beach is maintained by an elected Board of Directors. Officer and Board elections are held each fall.
Email Us
Write to Us
P.O. Box 5860
Beverly Farms, MA 01915