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TrailModerate · 17 mi · Paved
A scenic ~17-mile bike ride from Oak Bluffs across Martha's Vineyard to Menemsha harbor. Passes farm fields, conservation land, and coastal views of Sengekontacket Pond. Mix of paved paths and quiet roads. Ends at Menemsha fishing village on Vineyard Sound.
Easy · 1.4 mi · Natural trail
A short woodland trail descending through oak scrub to a secluded north-shore pebble-and-sand beach on Vineyard Sound. The preserve features dramatic glacial boulders (including the namesake 'Great Rock'), coastal heathland, and sweeping views toward Cape Cod. Combine the beach and forest for a complete outing.
Moderate · Mixed
A ~150-acre reservation climbing to the 311-ft summit of Martha's Vineyard with WWII relics and sweeping views. (Local note: Sits at the island's 311-ft high point with public trail access off Tabor House Rd)
Moderate · 1.8 mi · Natural trail
A woodland trail through a Land Bank property near the historic Abel's Hill Cemetery in Chilmark. Rolling terrain through mixed oak and pine with stone walls and seasonal wildflowers. Connects to a quiet corner of the island rarely visited by summer crowds.
Moderate · Natural trail
A ~191-acre preserve with ~3 miles of trails to the historic Waskosim's Rock boulder and homestead ruins. (Local note: Among the best Chilmark nature areas; ~3 mi of public trails)
Moderate · 3 mi · Natural trail
A series of connected Land Bank parcels along Tea Lane in Chilmark offering trails through mature oak forest, stone-wall-lined paths, and open meadows. The area is rich in breeding songbirds and wildflowers. Multiple access points allow customizable loops.
Moderate · Natural trail
A 3-mile network climbing 308-ft Prospect Hill with panoramic Sound views and a trail to a quiet beach. (Local note: AllTrails 153+ reviews rate it a top Chilmark hike; open year-round, free)