Hours of Operation
7 Days a Week:
8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
RESERVATIONS
Monday-Friday: 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM
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781.837.6785
800.468.9547 (Reservations)
Fourth Cliff Recreation Area
Operated by the 66th Force Support Squadron at Hanscom AFB, MA, the Fourth Cliff Recreation Area is midway between Boston and Cape Cod. Boston is about 30 miles north, and the town of Plymouth, where the pilgrims first landed, is about 20 miles south. Fourth Cliff was once an Army coastal artillery station and part of the WWII Boston Harbor coastal defenses. It is now a 56-acre military recreation lodging area that sits on a cliff overlooking the North and South Rivers on the west side and the Atlantic Ocean on the east side. With a beach that will fascinate all ages, you can watch beautiful sunrises and sunsets. Surfing and bottom fishing is available, with a license. We have RV and Tent camping sites. Authorized patrons include Active Duty Military, Reserves, Retirees, 100% Disabled VA VHIC holders, DoD Cardholders, and their families
E4 and below stationed at Hanscom save 25% and Club Members save 5% per night.
One Bedroom Efficiency
$126.50/Night
Includes kitchenette (microwave, fridge, coffee maker, toaster, sink), living area, 1 bedroom, and air conditioning.
Two Bedroom Chalet
$166.75/Night
Includes full kitchen, living area, and 2 bedrooms. No air conditioning.
Three Bedroom Cottages
$184/Night
Includes full kitchen, living area, 3 bedrooms, and air conditioning.
Tent Sites
$23/Night
Rate is for one tent site. Primitive.
Recreational Vehicle
$57.50/Night
Includes water, sewer, electric, and cable hookups.
Covered Pavilion
$149.50/Day
Includes picnic tables.
Picnic Areas
$80.50/Day
Uncovered canopies available for rent.
Priority Status for Advance Reservations
120 Days: Active Duty Military Stationed at Hanscom w/ Dependents
90 Days: Air Force Active Duty Worldwide
80 Days: Other Military Branches Active Duty and Reservists, and National Guard
75 Days: Retired Military
70 Days: 100% Disabled Veterans/VA VHIC Holders
60 Days: DoD Civilians (All Branches) and Hanscom AFB DoD Contractors
Directions
From the North:
Take I-95 South to I-93 North to Rt. 3 South, Exit 27 (Marshfield/Pembroke). Turn right on Rt. 139 towards Marshfield. Go 1.5 miles to 4th traffic light, and turn left onto Furnace St. Continue to “T” intersection and turn left onto Ferry St. Follow to Sea St. and turn right. Cross over the bridge and turn left onto Central Ave. Bear left to the Fourth Cliff gate at the fork in the road.
From Route 3 Northbound:
Take Exit 27 (Marshfield). Turn left onto Rt. 139. Follow directions above.
From Boston:
Take I-93 South to MA Rt. 3 South. Follow directions above. (Do not take Exit 27 off I-93 South when coming from Boston.)
Guest Information & Rules
Reservation Priority:
Hanscom AFB active duty (120 days); Non-Hanscom Air Force personnel (90 days); other active duty, reservists/national guard (80 days); military retirees (75 days); DAV (70) days and all other authorized personnel (60 days). The reservation desk is open from 8am-4:30pm, Monday-Friday, except holidays.
Check-In/Out:
Check-in time is 2pm; Cabin check-out time is no later than 11am, RV and Tent check-in and check-out time is 12 noon. Guests may remain in the area before or after check-in/out but must be out of their rental. Call the front office if you plan to arrive after 5pm. Please note persons not checked in for an overnight stay must leave the area between dusk and dawn.
Linens:
As we are trying to keep our operational costs down, which allows us to keep the cost to the customers low, we recommend bringing your own sleeping bags and linens. There are linens and sleeping bags available for sign out in the main office.
Refunds:
The cancellation/refund policy is strictly enforced. Reservations are contracts for the entire reservation period, not day-to-day. Inclement weather, insects, etc. are not valid reasons for refunds. Any re-bookings must be done at the reservation desk. If you leave early, you are still required to pay the full amount of your original reservation.
Pets:
Units 1, 9, 13, and 136 are pet friendly. Pets must be kept on a leash at all times while on property. During nesting season (May-June) there are areas on the sandy spit that are off limits to pets, these areas are designated by flags, fencing and signage. Please help us protect the endangered sea birds and follow the rules.
Wi-Fi:
Free throughout the recreation area. Ask at the front desk for details.
Laundromat: Coin-operated laundry in Building 6.
Equipment:
Available to Rent: Cots, fishing rods, grills, propane cookers, super-coolers, DVD players, canopies, canoes, and kayaks.
Seasonal Bath House:
Shower and toilet facilities are available to bathers and campers in Building 19.
Smoking:
Smoking is not permitted in any buildings or rental units.
Fires:
Campfires (permit required from Rec Hall, Bldg 7) are allowed below the beach high tide line only. Keep fires small, attend them always, and clean the area afterward. No fires above the high tide line, in the marsh, or near the river.
