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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Peak’s Island, Maine
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 access to the…
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Hammonassett Beach State Park May 26, 2023
Hammonassett Beach State Park is a picturesque coastal retreat located in Madison, Connecticut. Stretching across 918 acres, this state park offers a stunning blend of natural beauty, diverse ecosystems, and recreational opportunities. The park’s centerpiece is its two-mile-long sandy beach, which provides a perfect setting for swimming, sunbathing, and beachcombing. Sunrise at Hammonassett State Park…
Destinations: Two or More Days in a Single Base Location
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Wareham
Wareham, Massachusetts – Breakfast, Beaches, and a Lobster Roll Visiting an old friend, outsmarting a “residents only” beach, and one very full lobster. Rarely do I make a trip to the Cape Cod area without stopping by Wareham to visit my friend Rob. We’ve been friends a long time. 🥞 Breakfast at The Riverside Cafe…
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Martha’s Vineyard
Martha’s Vineyard – Beyond the Tourist Towns Freshwater ponds, a fake grave, clay baths, and the “up island” slow lane. Martha’s Vineyard is an island a short distance off the coast of Woods Hole, MA. How many beaches are there? Too many to count. Many aren’t on any map and are known only to locals…
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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…
Day Trips: Adventures From Home Base Or On The Road
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Nantasket Beach
Nantasket Beach – Boston to Hull by Bike & Boat Bikes, boats, buses, a former dump turned park, and Edgar Allan Poe’s legend. This is a total urban experience bike ride using bikes, boats, and buses. I ride through the city to catch a commuter boat over to Nantasket Beach. At the end of the…
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Newport
Newport, Rhode Island – Beyond the Mansions Gilded Age glamour, surprising surf, and red seaweed you need to know about. Newport is famous for its mansions, sailing heritage, and jazz festival. Founded in 1639, it boasts America’s oldest operating tavern and was a summer playground for America’s wealthiest families. The harbor area has charming shops,…