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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Wells Beach
Sun-drenched, sand-swept, and unapologetically classic Maine. Wells Beach is Maine’s ultimate coastal playground—where miles of pristine Atlantic shoreline meet the timeless charm of a true New England summer. Here, the air smells of salt water and fried clams, and days are measured only by the changing tides. The coastal bike rides are easy and engaging.…
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Misquamicut
A 70’s style beach experience with good side trips. A 1970’s vibe beach, a nearby vibrant town, some excellent beach food, good biking, and good surfing. Misquamicut State Beach is the central feature — wide sand, strong surf, and a honky tonk strip of beach bars and arcades. But the real surprise is Westerly, a…
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Point Judith
Surf, Seafood & Block Island Gateway A working fishing port, a historic lighthouse, the best seafood in New England, and some of the best waves on the East Coast. This is one of the better destinations in The Summer of 100 Beaches. You can park your car when you arrive and not need it until…
Day Trips: Adventures From Home Base Or On The Road
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Old Orchard Beach
New England’s ultimate, high-energy sandbox and a nostalgic throwback to the classic American seaside resort. The energy here is infectious, fueled by a vibrant mix of sun-soaked relaxation and retro boardwalk fun. Stretching across seven miles of soft, golden sand along Saco Bay, it trades Maine’s typically rugged, rocky coastline for a lively, carnival-like atmosphere…
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Popham Beach
An old stone fort to explore, one of the largest sandy beaches in Maine, and a small coastal village. Spend a lazy day of surf, sun, and fun at one of Maine’s largest sandy beaches, with an old stone fort to explore and a small coastal village nearby. Popham, located at the tip of the…
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Chebeague Island by Bike & Ferry
Cookies, a Ferry, and Quiet Maine Island Roads A day trip that starts with fresh‑baked oatmeal raisin cookies and leads to salt air and quiet roads. It ends with the best clam chowder and a classic New England outdoor shower. Getting to Chebeague Island is part of the adventure. You can take the long ferry…