Crane Beach is a 1,234 acre conservation and recreation property located in Ipswich, Massachusetts, immediately north of Cape Ann. It consists of a four mile long sandy beachfront, dunes, and a maritime forest. Five and half miles of hiking trails through the dunes and forest are accessible from the beachfront.
Crane Beach is open year round, and is free to Ipswich residents. Non-residents must pay a fee to enter. In the summer months there is a refreshment bar, and the restrooms and changing facilities are open year round.
During low tide, it is often possible to wade out to sand bars, and during the warm months small boats often dock on these sand bars. Across the water, Plum Island and its sandy beaches are visible.
Crane Beach was established in 1945 as a gift from Richard T. Crane and his family. Along with Castle Hill and the Crane Wildlife Refuge, it is owned and maintained by The Trustees of Reservations.
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