Village of BournePopulation: ~1,500ZIP: 02562
Sagamore Beach
A small residential community on Cape Cod Bay — known for its scenic beach, panoramic bay views, and quiet neighborhoods.
DID YOU KNOW
Sagamore Beach has its own fire district with an elected prudential committee, giving residents direct governance over fire protection and water services.
Cape Cod Bay beach access and maintenance in Sagamore Beach are managed through the town’s recreation budget, approved at Annual Town Meeting.
Overview
Sagamore Beach is a residential area on the Cape Cod Bay side of Bourne, north of the canal. The village features a scenic beach with views across Cape Cod Bay and a quiet, family-oriented community. It has its own fire district for local fire and water services.
Sagamore Beach is a residential neighborhood on the Cape Cod Bay side of Bourne, north of the canal. The village features a wide sandy beach with views across the bay to Provincetown. The community has a quiet, neighborhood feel with well-maintained homes and a strong residents' association. The Bournedale Herring Run nearby is a spring attraction where thousands of herring migrate upstream through fish ladders — a remarkable natural spectacle in April and May. Easy access to the Cape Cod Canal bikeway makes the area popular with walkers and cyclists year-round.
Your Elected Officials
| OFFICE |
NAME |
DISTRICT |
| State Senator |
Julian Cyr (D) |
Cape and Islands |
| State Senator |
Dylan Fernandes (D) |
Plymouth and Barnstable |
| State Representative |
Steven Xiarhos (R) |
5th Barnstable — Precincts 1-3, 5A, 7 |
| State Representative |
David Vieira (R) |
3rd Barnstable — Precincts 4-6 |
Your state legislators represent this community on Beacon Hill. Check which precinct you are in at sec.state.ma.us to confirm your exact representatives.
Key Locations
1894 Cataumet Schoolhouse
Bourne Bridge
Pocasset Church
Local Favorites & Useful Spots
Sagamore Beach
A Cape Cod Bay beach with a wide sandy shore and views of Provincetown across the bay. One of the quieter beaches on the Upper Cape. Resident sticker or daily fee.
Bournedale Herring Run
In spring, thousands of herring swim upstream through fish ladders near the canal. A remarkable annual migration that draws nature lovers in April and May. Free to watch.
Cape Cod Canal Visitor Center
A short drive to the Army Corps of Engineers visitor center with free exhibits on the canal's history, ecology, and engineering. Canal-side walking paths nearby.
Sandwich Village (nearby)
Historic Sandwich Village is just east on Route 6A — the Sandwich Glass Museum, Heritage Museums and Gardens, and Jarves Street shops are all within a 10-minute drive.
🏥 Nearest Medical Care
Tobey Hospital
43 High Street, Wareham — 15 min off-Cape
24/7 Emergency Dept. Closest hospital to Bourne.
(508) 295-0880
Cape Cod Hospital
27 Park Street, Hyannis — 25 min drive
Full-service hospital, Level III Trauma Center.
(508) 771-1800
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