barrier beach, oak and pine forest, and coastal salt ponds. From Vineyard Sound, Washburn is accessed through either Waquoit Bay Inlet or Eel Pond. HADLEY HARBOR, CAPE COD 41.5153864 N, -70.6994748 W Well known as a protected and scenic anchorage, Hadley Harbor is perfect for an afternoon or an overnight. The harbor is surrounded by appealing islands, and the Vineyard, Cuttyhunk and Tarpaulin Cove are all within a few miles. Rhode Island GOOSEWING BEACH PRESERVE, LITTLE COMPTON 40.741895, -73.989308 A one-of-a-kind exquisite coastal ecosystem of pristine coastal pond, barrier beach and grassy dune system creates a spectacular space to be enjoyed year-round. The preserve feels like a hidden secret: quiet even in season, and the perfect spot to spend the day swimming, beachcombing or fishing. The shoreline is scattered with rocks discarded by the glaciers that molded this region. Nature Conservancy manages the breeding of two year-round beach residents — the globally scarce piping plover and the rare Least Tern. NARRAGANSETT TOWN BEACH 41.4354° N, 71.4558° W In the Gay 1890s, The Towers (then called Narragansett Pier Casino) was the centerpiece of summer living, gambling, partying and beachside fun. The casino’s remaining stone towers have survived fires, hurricanes and Nor’easters to become the town’s good luck symbol. One of the state’s cleanest, most frequently visited beaches, Narragansett has lifeguards, first aid stations and all the necessary
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Vermont LAKE CHAMPLAIN, BURTON ISLAND 44.7745° N, 73.2043° W Although it lacks ocean frontage, Vermont has state parks with beaches and camping along the eastern shoreline of Lake Champlain and along the narrow Lake Champlain Islands, mid-lake. Burton Island, a 253-acre park off the southwestern tip of St. Albans, offers solitude along its hiking trails and back-to-basics waterfront campsites. There’s plenty of social activity around the snack bar and 100-slip marina. Massachusetts SINGING BEACH, MANCHESTER-BY- THE-SEA 42.5702° N, 70.7604° W Due to its location in this quintessential New England town, Singing Beach often ranks near the top of beach
lovers’ favorites. As they approach the water, visitors are certain that the sound the sand makes is the sand singing, hence the name. Amenities include public restrooms, a small snack bar and changing rooms. Surrounded by stately mansions high atop the rocky coastline, the beach is also close to notable gourmet eateries dotting the village. WORLD’S END, HINGHAM 42.2584° N, 70.8740° W Only about 10 NM from Boston Harbor, on the east side of World’s End is the gorgeous, protected Martin’s Cove. You’ll find some moorings, but it’s a busy weekend anchorage where the views of Boston Harbor are spectacular. WASHBURN ISLAND 41.5598° N, 70.5339° W
This island gem is located within Waquoit Bay National Estuarine
Research Reserve, one of the last large undeveloped coastal properties on the south side of Cape Cod. Island trails wind through habitats consisting of a
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