Gay Head Cliffs Overlook & Headlands Loop
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What is Gay Head Cliffs Overlook & Headlands Loop like?
A short scenic walk from the Aquinnah cliffs overlook area along the bluff edge, taking in the dramatic multicolored clay cliffs and the Elizabeth Islands beyond. The loop connects the parking area, viewing platforms, and the short headlands path toward the Gay Head Lighthouse. Sunrise and sunset views are world-class.
Plan your walk
Gay Head Cliffs Overlook & Headlands Loop
Aquinnah Circle (Gay Head Cliffs), Aquinnah, MA 02535
When should you go?
Best time to go
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What’s the trail like?
- Length
- 0.8 mi
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Surface
- Mixed
- Dogs
- Allowed (leashed)
- Kids
- Kid-friendly
- Accessible
- Not noted
- Views
- Ocean
- Good for
- Walking, Hiking
What should you know before you go?
Parking
Paid lot at Aquinnah Circle near the cliffs; seasonal fee.
Dogs
Allowed (leashed)
Managed by
Wampanoag Tribe of Gay Head (Aquinnah) / Town of Aquinnah
What you'll see
Ocean views, Dunes, Water views, Kid-friendly
Where is the trailhead?
Aquinnah Circle (Gay Head Cliffs), Aquinnah, MA 02535.
