The charming seaside village of Rockport made silver screen appearances in The Proposal, starring Sandra Bullock and Ryan Reynolds, the Academy Award-winning film CODA, and many other productions. Just a hop and skip from Bearskin Neck, Rockport’s main downtown strip, is a crescent-shaped spot named Front Beach.
About Front Beach, Rockport
While small, the beach features everything you need, plus some extra perks. At the heart of the beach is a floating easy dock. Visitors like to swim out to the dock and feel the waves rock gently below. Beachgoers often practice their jumps off the dock, everyone with their style, whether they do a classic dive, backflip, or simply jump off the dock to refresh on a hot summer’s day.
Lifeguards watch the beach during the summer season and a small stone gazebo overhead overlooks the ocean. At the entrance, find restrooms and outdoor showers to rinse off before heading to downtown Rockport.
Explore the charming downtown
The charming seaside village is just as celebrated for its lobster rolls as it is for its art. Main Street, Rockport features dozens of artist galleries showcasing varying crafts—ranging from maritime paintings to unique sculptures. Continue to Bearskin Neck for one of New England’s most popular lobster rolls at Roy Moore Lobster Company. If you don’t feel like waiting in line, Rockport’s Little Sister offers incredible locally-caught Fish and Chips, and a famous burger.
Find a pool of people taking pictures at Bradley Wharf, to capture Motif Number 1, a red fishing shack, also known as “the most painted building in the world.” Bradley Wharf offers up-close views of the shack, but for an encompassing landscape view, visit T-Wharf to catch a stunning picture of the shack above the harbor and craggy coastline.
If traveling to Rockport by train, it’s the last stop on the Newburyport/Rockport Commuter Rail line, and on weekends, enjoy unlimited rides for just $10!