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Island beaches

Island beaches
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Type of Site
Beaches, Lakes, Rivers
Neighborhood
North
Interests That Apply
Outdoors, Sports & Recreation
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Price: Free
Is there parking?: Yes
Wheelchair Accessible: Partial
Mobility Obstacles: Dirt/off-road walking
Water/Drinks: NOT available at this site or nearby.
Eating: This is NOT a good place to get a meal or snack.
Restrooms: Available
Notes: Most beaches, but not all, have public restrooms available.
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Island beaches

Sand, sun and fun


Family Time Must See

Address: Phone:
Martha's Vineyard
(Chamber of Commerce PO Box 1698)
Vineyard Haven, MA 02568
+1 508 693 0085

Description

The scenic view from any one of the sandy beaches on Martha's Vineyard is spectacular. There are 19 beaches in all, stretching from the north, south and eastern sides of the island. Many are open to the public, but others are reserved for summer homeowners and year-round residents. To use the town beaches, contact the town hall in the local community for a parking and beach permit. Select beaches are open to the public in Aquinnah, Chilmark, Edgartown, Oak Bluffs, Vineyard Haven, and West Tisbury.


What you should know before visiting Island beaches

Times & Dates

Open Hours: vary
Visit Time: Half day(4hr)-Full day(8hr)
Average Wait Time: None
Price: Free

Exposure

Outdoor with little or no covering.

Age Recommendations/Requirements

Ages Admitted: Infants/Toddlers (0-3yrs), Children (4-8yrs), Pre-teen (9-12yrs), Teen, Adult, Senior
Ages that would most enjoy this site: Children (4-8yrs), Pre-teen (9-12yrs), Teen, Adult, Senior
Groups that would most enjoy this site: Couples, Families, Friends, Groups, Solo Travelers

Transportation

Best Modes of Transportation: Automobile/Car
Parking Availability: Yes
Average Price per Hour: $0-$5
Notes: Parking varies from beach to beach; some have plenty of free parking, while others have limited metered parking.


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