If you’re from Gloucester, you’ve probably spent quite a bit of time at Wingaersheek Beach. This local hangout is little known to the rest of the Bay State, but once you visit, you’ll be a fan for life. When walking upon a glimmering beach, there’s nothing more exciting than seeing something pop out of the sand, only to find a beautiful sand dollar. Upon Wingaersheek Beach, you’ll spot dozens of incredible live sand dollars as you stroll alongside the ocean. There’s nothing better than relaxing upon a white, sandy beach to take away your worries, and Wingaersheek Beach in West Gloucester is full of all kinds of nautical finds.
Wingaersheek Beach is one of Gloucester’s best kept secrets, and you’ll want to spend hours strolling along the glimmering sand.
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While the white, sandy beach is beautiful, this beach is also surrounded by boulders and tide pools, making it the perfect spot for finding sand dollars.
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This is one of the best beaches in Massachusetts for finding sand dollars, but they might not look how you expect.
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Wingaersheek Beach is home to live sand dollars, which are typically brown and fuzzy.
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These live sand dollars come in all different shapes and sizes, and are easiest to spot at low tide. If you look in the tide pools and beside rocks, you’re sure to find a treasure.
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Even though live sand dollars are fascinating, you will want to consider leaving them at the beach. While taking one home is okay, you’ll want to keep this natural spot as untouched as possible so there will be many more to find in the future.
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As with all Massachusetts nature spots, be respectful of the area and leave it as you found it.
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Searching for live sand dollars upon Wingaersheek Beach at sunset is one of the most peaceful ways to spend a warm evening in Massachusetts.
Rocio Quesada / EyeEm via Getty Images For more information on Wingaersheek Beach, you can visit the city of Gloucester website right here.
Have you ever searched for sand dollars upon Wingaersheek Beach? What other Massachusetts hidden gems do you love? We’d love to hear about your suggestions and experiences in the comments, and don’t forget to then go share photos from your Massachusetts outdoor adventures with us in our Massachusetts Nature Lovers group on Facebook, or by tagging us at #onlyinmassachusetts on Instagram for a chance to be featured! If there’s a place you’re particularly fond of, you can nominate it, and we may feature it in an upcoming article.
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For more information on Wingaersheek Beach, you can visit the city of Gloucester website right here.
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Address: Wingaersheek Beach, Gloucester, MA 01930, USA
