The Summer of 100 Beaches

One Is Too Many — 100 Isn’t Enough

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Daily Posts From the Roads and Beaches of New England

  • Peak’s Island, Maine

    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…

  • Hammonassett Beach State Park May 26, 2023

    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

  • Wareham, MA July 16 – 17, 2021

    Wareham, MA July 16 – 17, 2021

    Rarely do I make a trip to the Cape Cod area without stopping by Wareham, MA and visiting my friend Rob. We’ve been friends a long time. The Riverside Cafe on Main Street in Wareham offers a good hearty breakfast in a comfortable setting. A great way to fuel up with energy to start your…

  • Martha’s Vineyard July 14 – 16, 2021

    Martha’s Vineyard July 14 – 16, 2021

    Martha’s Vineyard is an island a short distance off the coast of Woods Hole, MA. How many beaches are there on the island? Too many to count. Many aren’t on any map and most are known only to locals so I was lucky to have a couple of locals show me around. Remote parking lot…

  • Rocky Neck State Park, Niantic, CT 2021

    Rocky Neck State Park, Niantic, CT 2021

    Meet Rocky Neck Three trips were made to Rocky Neck in 2021. The first was a rain out but the other two were awesome. The park and the entire Niantic area has a lot to offer. This page combines information from all three visits. Rocky Neck State Park is a public recreation area located in…

Day Trips: Adventures From Home Base Or On The Road

  • Newport, RI – Sept. 23, 2020

    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.…

  • Peak’s Island, ME – Aug 28, 2023

    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…

  • South Cape Beach State Park June 15, 2022

    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.