Low Beach is one of the quietest, lesser-known beaches on Nantucket. Located right next to an expansive dune system and close to the village of ‘Sconset, it is a great place to get away from the crowds and potentially see some wildlife. Slightly more off the beaten path than ‘Sconset Beach, it is a great place to picnic for the day in the summer or take the dog for a quiet walk on the beach in the off-season. It is an excellent birding area and seals can often be seen floating by in the surf. Low Beach usually offers great fishing in the spring, fall, and summer months. This Atlantic-facing beach has deeper water and can have fast-moving currents, so swimming should always be done with a buddy and by experienced swimmers. Driving on Low Beach is allowed when nesting shorebirds are not present. Interesting things often wash up on Low Beach, which makes it popular with shell collectors.