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Good Harbor Beach

Thatcher Rd., Gloucester, MA 01930
978-281-9790
Ranked #1 of 27 attractions in Gloucester
4.5 of 5 stars 67 Reviews
Type: Beaches
Activities: Picnicking
Traveller Description: Good Harbor Beach is one of the most beautiful beaches on the north shore and has a large expanse of groomed sand and clean water.  Somehow the water... more »
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Naples, Florida
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3 reviews 3 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 May 2012 NEW

Beautiful Beach, Great views, soft sand and really big! More

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Danvers, Massachusetts
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6 reviews 6 reviews
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 May 2012 NEW

Popular beach for teens on the North Shore. Nice beach to go to when visiting Gloucester. Pay to park. More

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New York City, New York
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28 reviews 28 reviews
Reviews in 21 cities Reviews in 21 cities
41 helpful votes 41 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 May 2012
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I grew up thirty minutes away from Good Harbor beach and I have never had a bad time there. The beach is huge with plenty of space for everyone and the waves are fantastic. The water temperature is kind of like any beach in the Cape, it's going to be cold through May and most of June, but will heat... More

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Gloucester, Massachusetts
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21 reviews 21 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
13 helpful votes 13 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 May 2012
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Gorgeous but always crazy crowded in season. Lovely off-season. More

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boston
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8 reviews 8 reviews
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1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 April 2012

Lots of room. Parking OK. I like this beach year round. More

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12 reviews 12 reviews
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31 helpful votes 31 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 April 2012

there isnt anything i dont like about this beach its constant waves,huge area & a beautiful view! More

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san francisco
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142 reviews 142 reviews
Reviews in 42 cities Reviews in 42 cities
90 helpful votes 90 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 April 2012

A very nice, clean beach! It was still too cold when we visited for swimming or wading in the water, but the beach was still great for building sand castles, flying kites and taking in the views. More

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Boston, MA
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51 reviews 51 reviews
Reviews in 24 cities Reviews in 24 cities
38 helpful votes 38 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 April 2012

We are lucky enough to have a family house just off of Good Harbor Beach, so we don't have to pay the $25 parking fee. But this beach might even be worth that to us as it is such a lovely spot to spend a day. This time of year (spring), it's perfect for a long walk on the beach,... More

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3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 March 2012
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Get here early in the summer or you will be out of luck! Parking fills up fast. Bet sunrises in town. Beautiful, big sandy beach. Nice waves for surfing and boogie boarding. At low tide walk out and explore salt island. More

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Gloucester, Massachusetts
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11 reviews 11 reviews
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5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 March 2012

Boogie boards allowed. wild waves, not so good for little ones, a very busy and crowded beach on a hot day. get there before 11 am or you will not find a parking spot and be turned away. More

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