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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Salisbury Beach
Salisbury Beach, Massachusetts – A Comeback Story Three trips in 2020, a growing appreciation, and now I’m a believer. Three trips were made to Salisbury Beach in 2020, plus one each in 2021 and 2022. None in 2023. I started off not liking this destination — it felt old and tired, its peak decades behind…
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Hampton Beach
Hampton Beach, New Hampshire – Family Fun & Live Music Arcades, breakfast at The Coffee Break, and a summer stage that brings in big names. Hampton Beach, NH is a short bike ride north of Salisbury, MA. It has a lot to offer as a destination and is a great place for families to get…
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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,…
Day Trips: Adventures From Home Base Or On The Road
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Woods Hole – Falmouth
Woods Hole & Falmouth, Massachusetts – A Bike Loop to Remember Bamboo in New England, an anchor from the HMS Bounty, and the Shining Sea Bike Path. This is one of the better bike rides I’ve done. There’s a lot to do and see. The ride into Woods Hole is enjoyable, with activity as people…
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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
South Cape Beach State Park, Mashpee June on Cape Cod — before the crowds, with cool water and company you can’t see. It’s June, and the crowds don’t start showing up until July. This is prime beach time. South Cape Beach is a nice big beach. The water is cool but not cold. Seals swim…