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Access Site MA

Hen Cove Beach

Buzzards Bay

Source: massachusetts_office_of_coastal_zone_management Updated 1 year ago

City: Bourne, MA
County: Barnstable County
Type: Boat Ramp
Location: 41.68618707, -70.61897102
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About This Access Site
**Location & Access:** Hen Cove Beach is a municipal boat ramp located in Pocasset (Bourne), providing access to Hen Cove and Red Brook Harbor on upper Buzzards Bay. The ramp is conveniently situated near the beach area and is part of Bourne's network of public launch facilities. **Note:** A Town of Bourne parking sticker is required to use this ramp.

**Conditions & Suitability:** This is an ideal starting point for kayakers and canoeists seeking calm, shallow water. Hen Cove and Red Brook Harbor are well-protected and popular paddling destinations. The beach area features access mats during summer months, making water entry straightforward for various skill levels. The shallow, sheltered waters make this site particularly suitable for recreational paddling, families, and anglers.

**Nearby Recreation:** The site is positioned well for exploring the surrounding Buzzards Bay area. Paddlers can also visit nearby Massasoit National Wildlife Refuge and the Cape Cod Canal, which offers additional recreational opportunities including hiking and cycling trails just minutes away.
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