Craigville Beach, near Marstons Mills, Cape Cod
4.8
·10 Minutes from Marstons Mills

Craigville Beach

One of Cape Cod's finest ocean beaches — just 10 minutes from Marstons Mills.

Distance10 min from Marstons Mills
LocationCenterville, MA
WaterNantucket Sound
LifeguardsSeasonal
Best ForSwimming, Volleyball, Families

Craigville Beach from Marstons Mills

Cape Cod's Finest Ocean Beach, 10 Minutes Away

While Marstons Mills is an inland village, Craigville Beach in Centerville is just a 10-minute drive away — one of Cape Cod's finest beaches, with warm Nantucket Sound waters, lifeguards, and a vibrant summer atmosphere.

Marstons Mills residents have easy access to Craigville Beach without paying the premium prices of Centerville real estate. This is one of the great advantages of living in Marstons Mills — you get the quiet, inland village character at home, and one of Cape Cod's best beaches is just down the road.

Craigville Beach is a wide, sandy beach on Nantucket Sound with calm, warm waters ideal for families. The beach has a vibrant summer community, excellent facilities, and a classic Cape Cod atmosphere that has made it beloved for generations.

Activities at Craigville Beach

Swimming

Warm, calm Nantucket Sound waters — some of the warmest on Cape Cod, just 10 minutes from Marstons Mills.

Volleyball

Craigville has a vibrant beach volleyball scene with courts active throughout the summer.

Kayaking

Launch from the beach and explore the beautiful Nantucket Sound coastline.

Picnicking

Picnic areas behind the beach are perfect for family gatherings and summer cookouts.

Getting There from Marstons Mills

Directions

From Marstons Mills, take Route 149 south to Route 28, then follow Craigville Beach Road south to the beach. The drive takes approximately 10 minutes. Paid parking lot at the beach — arrive early on summer weekends.

Amenities

Lifeguards (seasonal)
Restrooms & showers
Concession stand
Volleyball courts
Paid parking lot

Local Insider Tip

Marstons Mills residents have easy access to Craigville Beach without paying the premium prices of Centerville real estate. This is one of the great advantages of living in Marstons Mills — you get the quiet, inland village character at home, and one of Cape Cod's best beaches is just 10 minutes down the road. The water at Craigville is some of the warmest on Cape Cod — Nantucket Sound heats up beautifully by July.

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At a Glance

Rating4.8 / 5.0
Distance~10 min drive
Water Temp (July)70–74°F
LifeguardsSeasonal
VolleyballYes
ParkingPaid lot

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