Crane Beach

Crane Beach
FAQ

Everything you need to know before your beach day.

What are the beach conditions at Crane Beach today?

Crane Beach sits on the Atlantic Ocean. Our conditions page shows today's water temperature, surf height, wind, UV index, tide times from NOAA station 8443970, and rip current risk. Everything is pulled live from NOAA and Open-Meteo and refreshes through the day.

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Where do you park at Crane Beach?

Park at Crane Beach in lots like Crane Beach Parking Lot. Our parking page maps every option with addresses, rates from $10 (members) - $25 (non-members peak) and a live crowd-based availability estimate so you can plan ahead and skip circling.

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Where should you eat at Crane Beach?

At Crane Beach, don't miss the Whole-belly Clams at Woodman's of Essex. Our dining page pulls live ratings and hours from Google Places and highlights the local dishes worth ordering.

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What boat trips run from Crane Beach?

Boats leave Crane Beach from Essex River Basin, including the Ipswich River Canoe & Kayak — dolphin watches, sunset sails, kayak tours and fishing charters. Our things to do page lists the operators, departure times and prices.

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What's happening at Crane Beach this week?

Crane Beach hosts Guided Dune Walk and more. Our events page pulls the current week's lineup so nothing sneaks up on you.

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At Crane Beach, the sun sets at 7:48 PM today — about 13h 59m of daylight. Sunrise was 5:49 AM. Live water temperature, surf height, UV index, wind and tide for Crane Beach update at the top of the conditions page.