Moshup Beach
Nude beach in Massachusetts, United States
Moshup Beach is a former clothing-optional beach where nudity is now prohibited in Massachusetts, United States. It lies within Aquinnah Cliffs, managed by Unknown. The sea is warmest in August at about 21°C (70°F) and coolest in February (4°C (38°F)). Average air temperatures peak in August at 22°C (72°F), and the best time to visit is August. There are 2 other naturist places within 50 km (31 mi), the closest being Lucy Vincent Beach (9.5 km (5.9 mi)).
Weather and water temperature at Moshup Beach
Tap a month. Averages: air 2001–2025 (NASA POWER), sea 1991–2020 (NOAA OISST).
| Month | Air | Sea | Rain |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 1°C | 6°C | 90 mm |
| February | 1°C | 4°C | 84 mm |
| March | 3°C | 4°C | 109 mm |
| April | 7°C | 7°C | 103 mm |
| May | 12°C | 11°C | 86 mm |
| June | 18°C | 16°C | 92 mm |
| July | 22°C | 20°C | 79 mm |
| August (best) | 22°C | 21°C | 78 mm |
| September | 19°C | 19°C | 96 mm |
| October | 14°C | 16°C | 118 mm |
| November | 9°C | 12°C | 105 mm |
| December | 4°C | 9°C | 115 mm |
Not sure what the numbers mean? Here is how warm is warm enough to swim.
Visiting
- Part of Aquinnah Cliffs, managed by Unknown · public access: restricted.
- Website: bostonplus.com
- Coordinates: 41.34579, -70.83694 · OpenStreetMap
- Local law: is public nudity legal in Massachusetts?
- Before you go, read our nude beach etiquette guide.
- First time? Read our guide to your first time at a nude beach.
Naturist places near Moshup Beach
- 1Lucy Vincent Beach nude beach · Massachusetts · best AugustOfficialSea 21°C in August
- 2Sandy Terraces Nudist Campground naturist campground · MassachusettsClothing optional
- 3Dyer Woods Nudist Campgrounds naturist campground · Rhode IslandNaturist only
- 4Sun Ridge Resort nudist resort · Rhode IslandClothing optional
- 5Brush Valley nude beach · MassachusettsProhibitedSea 20°C in August
- 6Solair Recreation League naturist campground · ConnecticutClothing optional
Status labels: Official · Naturist only · Clothing optional · Tolerated · Customary · Listed · Prohibited · Closed. Statuses come from open data and are not yet verified in person.
Frequently asked questions
Is Moshup Beach clothing optional?
Moshup Beach is listed as "nudity prohibited" according to Town of Aquinnah By-laws, Chapter XII: Public Nudity. Rules can change, and clothing-optional zones are often only part of a beach, so look for signs on arrival and follow local rules. You can check what applies in United States before you go.
When is the best time to visit Moshup Beach?
Based on 2001–2025 climate averages (NASA POWER), the most comfortable months are August. July averages 22°C (71°F) and January 1°C (34°F).
How warm is the water at Moshup Beach?
Long-term sea surface temperatures (NOAA OISST, 1991–2020) range from 4°C (38°F) to 21°C (70°F) in August. Water at the shore can be a few degrees different.
What other naturist places are near Moshup Beach?
The closest are Lucy Vincent Beach (9.5 km (5.9 mi)), Sandy Terraces Nudist Campground (48 km (30 mi)) and Dyer Woods Nudist Campgrounds (89 km (55 mi)).
Sources
Status checked on 2026-10-31 against Town of Aquinnah By-laws, Chapter XII: Public Nudity (official source); see how we verify. Data updated 2026-10-31. All data sources and licenses. © OpenStreetMap contributors.