1. South Cape Beach State Park offers a long, sandy beach for swimming.
2. Lifeguards are on duty during the summer season to ensure safety while swimming.
3. The park's calm waters make it ideal for swimmers of all levels and ages.
4. Swimming is allowed from sunrise to sunset in designated areas only.
5. Visitors can enjoy views of Martha's Vineyard while taking a dip in Nantucket Sound's clear water.
The park offers a variety of boating options for visitors. There is access to Waquoit Bay where individuals can enjoy saltwater fishing and motorized boating, with the necessary permits. Canoeing and kayaking are also popular activities in this area due to its calm waters. However, there aren't any boat rentals available within the park itself; therefore guests must bring their own equipment or rent from nearby facilities.
Enjoy saltwater fishing along the coastline, with opportunities to catch striped bass and bluefish. Freshwater species include largemouth bass.