Post-Labor Day Crossover Access Plymouth Ma

Other than during temporary tide closures, the Crossover will be open the normal hours of 9:00am to 7:00pm daily through Labor Day on Monday, September 7. Usually, the Crossover closes after Labor Day because vehicle access over is permitted only when sufficient staff are present. The Plymouth Long Beach Management Plan includes a staffing requirement so that the Town can ensure compliance with the state and federal laws that protect endangered species habitat and coastal wetland resources. 

There are enough of the seasonal staff available to open the Crossover for two additional weekends, on September 12 and 13 and September 19 and 20. The Crossover hours will be reduced to 9:00am to 6:00pm, and Long Beach 4×4 Stickers will be required for access past Manter’s Point on those two additional weekends.  

Unfortunately, extreme tides in the middle of the day will affect vehicle access on September 12 and 13. Vehicles will have to leave some or all of the areas over the Crossover during the high tide.  Tide closures typically last for approximately 1 1/2 hours before and after the high tide. The Natural Resources Officer will assess the tide height, beach slope and weather conditions each day to determine the timing and extent of the tide restrictions and/or closures. Please check the 2026 NOAA tide calendar (PDF) before planning your day at the beach.    

The Crossover gate will be closed on weekdays after Labor Day, and will be closed for the season after September 20, but Ryder Way will remain open and parking will be available in the parking lots and designated areas along the road.

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