The Summer of 100 Beaches
One Is Too Many — 100 Isn’t Enough
Daily Posts From the Roads and Beaches of New England
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Summer of 100 Beaches 2025
It’s Memorial Day weekend and as is our tradition, we start down on the Connecticut shore. Specifically at Hammonassett State Park in Madison, Connecticut. The water is a bit warmer down here. This is a Connecticut state park campground and most state run campgrounds have excellent camping conditions. I’ve got my tent a nice soft…
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The Morning Coffee Post
Spent the day in Newburyport touring around. Had a slight injury to my right hand. So I couldn’t shift or work the brakes. So this is a tour of Newburyport and some beach time thrown in.
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Salisbury Beach – Sept 19, 2023
It’s quiet here in Salisbury, MA. It’s a ghost town. Even my favorite breakfast place that was written up in the Boston Globe has closed for the season. The waves are huge from a recent hurricane. It’s my first time staying at this state campground. It’s pretty good and I like the facilities. Basically I’m…
Destinations: Two or More Days in a Single Base Location
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Rocky Neck State Park
Rocky Neck State Park, Niantic, Connecticut Real earth camping, a hidden gem seaside village, and a beach that fills up fast. Three trips to Rocky Neck in 2021. One rainout, two absolutely worth it. This page combines the best of all three visits — from pitching my tent on actual soil (not gravel) to discovering…
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Hammonassett State Park
Hammonassett State Park, Madison CT Salt air, dewy mornings, and seafood within pedaling distance. Hammonassett Beach State Park is a 918‑acre coastal escape in Madison, Connecticut. Its two‑mile sandy beach is just the beginning. What makes this place special for me: you can park your car at the campground and spend days exploring by bike,…
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Hammonassett State Park, May 26, 2023
Hammonassett State Park, Madison CT Salt air, dewy mornings, and seafood within pedaling distance. Hammonassett Beach State Park is a 918‑acre coastal escape in Madison, Connecticut. Its two‑mile sandy beach is just the beginning. What makes this place special for me: you can park your car at the campground and spend days exploring by bike,…
Day Trips: Adventures From Home Base Or On The Road
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Newport, RI – Sept. 23, 2020
Newport, Rhode Island is a coastal city known for its Gilded Age mansions, particularly those along Cliff Walk like The Breakers and Marble House. Founded in 1639, Newport boasts America’s oldest operating tavern and numerous colonial-era buildings. The city served as a major colonial port and later became a summer playground for America’s wealthiest families.…
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Peak’s Island, ME – Aug 28, 2023
Meet Peak’s Island Peak’s Island is a picturesque island located in Casco Bay, Maine. Known for its stunning coastal views, quaint village atmosphere, and outdoor recreational opportunities, it’s a popular destination for both residents and tourists. The island offers beaches, hiking trails, and a charming downtown area with art galleries, shops, and eateries. Ferries provide…
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South Cape Beach State Park June 15, 2022
It’s June and the crowds don’t start showing up until July. This is prime beach time. A nice big beach, water is cool but not cold. Seals swim about and that can attract sharks.