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Access Site MA

Barlows Landing Beach

Buzzards Bay

Source: massachusetts_office_of_coastal_zone_management Updated 1 year ago

City: Bourne, MA
County: Barnstable County
Type: Boat Ramp
Location: 41.69116201, -70.62648038
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About This Access Site
Barlows Landing is a town-owned boat ramp and beach in Bourne that provides convenient access to Pocasset Harbor and upper Buzzards Bay. The facility features a concrete boat ramp and dedicated kayak launch, making it suitable for kayakers, canoeists, and motorboats of various sizes. The immediate waters are calm and shallow with a sandy shoreline, ideal for families and recreational paddlers looking for a protected launch area.

**Practical Information:** A **Town of Bourne parking sticker is required** to use this facility, so plan accordingly if you're not a local resident. From the launch, paddlers can explore Pocasset Harbor, access the Pocasset River, and venture into upper Buzzards Bay. The location also provides proximity to nearby recreation areas, including the Cape Cod Canal and Massasoit National Wildlife Refuge, offering options for extended paddling trips. The sandy beach and shallow waters make this a good choice for beginners or those seeking calm-water paddling conditions.
Nearby Recreation Areas
Massasoit National Wildlife Refuge Located within
Cape Cod Canal Located within
Waquoit Bay National Estuarine Research Reserve Located within
Mashpee National Wildlife Refuge Located within