kilbuda Posted August 26, 2007 Share Posted August 26, 2007 Hi, Anyone know if parking is still free and available at Magazine Beach? And if Barking Crab is ok about using there dock for kayak landing and dining? Much Thanks. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alcoons Posted August 26, 2007 Share Posted August 26, 2007 Hi, Anyone know if parking is still free and available at Magazine Beach? And if Barking Crab is ok about using there dock for kayak landing and dining? Much Thanks. When I checked a year ago, it was free but the 4 hour parking limit signs where still up. In the past I have called the State Police and they have always said, "just place a note on your dashboard" saying you are kayaking and when you will be back. I assume this is overkill, but we have not had problems when we have done it. I would also call the Barking Crab. They like to have us..anything different. Could not hurt to check with them. By the way, we have always been a bit surprised by the chop once we get to the harbor. Fun paddling, but usually not flat water. Al Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Phil Allen Posted August 27, 2007 Share Posted August 27, 2007 I popped in to the magazine beach parking lot last night to scope out a possible moonlight paddle on a hot evening. No parking after dark signs up and 3 hour parking max was posted. I dont know what the enforcement is though. Phil Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kilbuda Posted August 27, 2007 Author Share Posted August 27, 2007 When I checked a year ago, it was free but the 4 hour parking limit signs where still up. In the past I have called the State Police and they have always said, "just place a note on your dashboard" saying you are kayaking and when you will be back. I assume this is overkill, but we have not had problems when we have done it. I would also call the Barking Crab. They like to have us..anything different. Could not hurt to check with them. By the way, we have always been a bit surprised by the chop once we get to the harbor. Fun paddling, but usually not flat water. Al Thanks Al, Phil... Appreciate the up-to-date info! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eneumeier Posted August 27, 2007 Share Posted August 27, 2007 It used to be possible to call the MDC and get permission to park there after dark. They would provide a letter to put on windshields. Now that the MDC is no more, I would not know who to call. It makes a nice full moon paddle, although you can't see the moon until late on the way back since it has to get above the buildings. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Phil Allen Posted August 27, 2007 Share Posted August 27, 2007 Its the Dept. of Conservation and Recreation (DCR) now. They have an email link on there page listing boat ramps, which might be the place to start. http://www.mass.gov/dcr/recreate/boatramp.htm Phil Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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