Pineto's beach runs for several kilometres, backed by the pine forest that gives the town its name. The sand is fine and the water generally clear, with Blue Flag status recognising consistent water quality. The beach is divided between private lidos (with sunbeds, parasols, and bar service) and free public sections.
South of town, near the Torre di Cerrano, the beach enters the edge of the marine protected area where the water is noticeably cleaner and snorkelling is worth doing. The area around the tower is the least developed and most pleasant stretch. North of the centre the beach merges into the neighbouring resort of Silvi Marina.