Popponesset Beach Association Rules and Regulations
Popponesset is a private community and all residents and guests are expected to obey Popponesset Beach Association rules. More information under  PBA RULES

  1. Private beaches: PBA beaches are private for the exclusive use of Popponesset homeowners and their guests. A valid PBA flag is required. Be prepared to show your flag to Security or exit the beach. See: Beach Access/Flags
  2. Beach access:  Access is by walking in only. No vehicle drop-offs at beaches are allowed. This is a serious safety issue. Those with limited mobility should contact Security for access.
  3. Parking: No unauthorized on-street parking anywhere in Popponesset, including Shore Drive. Violators may be towed. Residents may park at their own property with a valid PBA sticker displayed on the car and at least two wheels on the lawn to allow passage of emergency vehicles. See: Parking & Towing
  4. Swim at your own risk. There are no lifeguards.
  5. Prohibited on beaches: Alcohol, dogs or pets, smoking or vaping, drones, fires, cooking, camping, and overnight sleeping.
  6. Speed limits: All vehicles, bikes, golf carts and scooters must obey traffic rules and speed limits of 15 MPH. All motorized vehicles must be licensed and street legal. No motorized vehicles on beaches except police ATVs when necessary. See: Share the Roads
  7. Dogs & Pets: Clean up pet waste and dispose of waste bags at your own property. Dogs & pets are not allowed on beaches at any time of year, leashed or unleashed, per the Town of Mashpee and a vote of PBA members. See: Dogs Restrictions
  8. Trash: Carry out all your trash from beaches. Barrels at beach entrances are to be used for beach trash only, not for household waste.
  9. Curfews: Popponesset noise curfew is at 10pm and at dusk at the Spit. Violators may be removed by Security and Mashpee police.
  10. Beach storage: Please remove all items daily. No storage of furniture, inflatables, kayaks, catamarans, paddle-boards or personal belongings. PBA homeowners may store sunfish against the seawalls but may not secure them to PBA stairs.
  11. Activities: Kites and ball play allowed after 5:00 PM only.
  12. Events/Gatherings on the beach: Organized parties and gatherings require prior PBA approval and must not block access or restrict others. See: Events & Gatherings
  13. Boating: Motor craft and water skiing must stay at least 150 feet offshore and beyond buoys. Motor craft cannot be launched from the beaches. Please be extra cautious of bathers when using any water toys and equipment. See: Boats on the Beach
  14. Bikes, roller-blades, etc: Helmets are recommended. Remind children to share the road safely with pedestrians and cars, and to stop at all intersections. See: Share the Roads
  15. Parking at the Massachusetts Fisheries lot on Wading Place Rd. (max 6 cars) is limited to posted hours (5:00 AM–9:30 PM) for the purpose of shore-fishing only. Display your valid fishing permit on the vehicle. See the PBA website for more information. See: Fishermens Landing
  16. Construction: Work should take place between 7:30 AM and 6:00 PM.
  17. Conservation: Vista pruning near wetlands and coastal areas, including Deans Pond and the beaches, requires prior approval from the Mashpee Conservation Commission and the PBA. See: Vista Pruning