Aquinnah
Outlying Areas, Wilderness, Mountains, Trails
West
Photography, Local Culture, Outdoors, Sports & Recreation, History
Notes: The boardwalk to the beach is rather steep.
This is a good place to get: Snacks
Dinner
Lunch
Aquinnah
Gay Head
High land
| Address: | Phone: |
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65 State Road Aquinnah Town Hall Chilmark, MA 02535 |
+1 508 645 2300 Fax: +1 508 645 2310 |
Description
The cliffs on the westernmost end of Martha's Vineyard are an amazing sight. The Wampanoag Indians appropriately named the area Aquinnah, meaning "High Land" because of the 150-foot high, rainbow-colored cliffs. For years the town was referred to as Gay Head because of the magnificent cliffs. Then, in 1987, descendents of the native Wampanoag people were recognized as a tribe and the name officially changed back to Aquinnah. The new generation of the Wampanoag tribe owns a number of shops, restaurants and acres of surrounding land.
Times & Dates
Open Hours: Not applicableVisit Time: 30min-Half day(4hr)
Average Wait Time: None
Notes: You can peek over the edge of the cliffs at the lighthouse and move on, or you can go swimming and walk on the beach for a half a day. It's your call.
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, SeniorAges 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
Notes: You can also reach Aquinnah by bike or public bus.
Parking Availability: Yes
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