Dewey Beach

Sunapee · Dartmouth-Lake Sunapee Region

A Lake Sunapee beach with staffed summer access and simple public freshwater swimming.

Key facts

Swimming

Freshwater lake beach swimming

Access

Park beach access

Parking

Limited

Trip profile

Difficulty

Reward

Risk

Good fit, skip, and before you go

Good fit

Families heading to a staffed lake beach
People who want a clear town-beach stop in Sunapee
Visitors pairing a swim with Sunapee village time

Skip

You want a secluded wilderness swim
Parking is full for the day
You need a river or gorge setting instead of a lake beach

Before you go

  • Check staffing and season rules before you head over.
  • Bring beach gear and sunscreen.
  • Follow town beach rules and posted parking guidance.
  • Leave enough room for other beachgoers and boat traffic.
  • Plan for a short, easy in-and-out instead of a trail day.