Notable beach · Essex, Massachusetts

Hate Cove

Hate Cove is a beach in Essex, Massachusetts.

Hate Cove: crowds and conditions

Typical pattern: moderate; weekends busier. Been there recently? Post today’s status and it shows here for the next traveller.

Status options for this beach: Open, good conditions · Very crowded · Approach road bad · Closed / not accessible.

Best time to visit Hate Cove

Season: October to March; rough seas and lifeguard warnings June to September.

Busiest days: Weekends and long holidays.

Crowd: Moderate; weekends busier.

Typical week: Mon light · Tue light · Wed light · Thu light · Fri light · Sat busy · Sun busy.

Visiting Hate Cove: tips

  • Swim only where lifeguards or flags show it is safe.

How to reach Hate Cove — distance from nearby cities

    Coordinates: 42.75339, -70.82079. Road distances are estimates; the road-trip planner uses real routes and adds stops worth the detour.

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    Frequently asked

    What is the best time to visit Hate Cove?

    October to March; rough seas and lifeguard warnings June to September. Moderate; weekends busier.

    What are the places to visit near Hate Cove?

    Nearby: Sandy Point State Reservation (sanctuary, 8 km), First Presbyterian Church (church, 9 km), First Religious Society (attraction, 9 km), Crane Beach (beach, 11 km), Hamlin Reservation (sanctuary, 12 km), Appleton Farms (sanctuary, 14 km).

    Is Hate Cove worth visiting?

    Hate Cove is listed as a notable beach in Massachusetts on Spotwander.