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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Ferry Beach State Park
A Little Pocket of Beach Paradise Warm waters, white sand, 100 acres of shaded trails, and a soda fountain that time forgot. Ferry Beach State Park is a scenic 117-acre park tucked away in Saco, Maine, between Old Orchard Beach and the Camp Ellis community. It’s the kind of place where you park once, ride…
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East Bay Bike Path – Boston to Bristol by Train & Bike
A Car‑Free Ride from Boston to the Bristol Waterfront Train to Providence, bike to Bristol, then reverse it. This is a different kind of Summer of 100 Beaches trip. No campground. No car. Just my bike, the MBTA commuter rail, and 14.5 miles of paved, car‑free path along Narragansett Bay. The East Bay Bike Path…
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Peak’s Island
Peaks Island, Maine – Casco Bay’s Quirkiest Getaway A 15‑minute ferry, a Civil War museum, an umbrella cover museum, and a mini tugboat surprise. Peaks Island is a picturesque island in Casco Bay, Maine, known for its stunning coastal views, quaint village atmosphere, and outdoor recreation. It offers beaches, hiking trails, and a charming downtown…