Tashmoo Overlook & Trail
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What is Tashmoo Overlook & Trail like?
A short Land Bank trail leading to a scenic overlook above Lake Tashmoo and Vineyard Sound. The trail passes through oak woodland and scrub before opening onto views of the tidal lake, the barrier beach, and the sound beyond. A peaceful hidden gem near Vineyard Haven.
Plan your walk
Tashmoo Overlook & Trail
Directions to the trailhead (opens in a new tab)
Franklin Street Extension, Tisbury, MA 02568
When should you go?
Best time to go
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What’s the trail like?
- Length
- 1.2 mi
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Surface
- Natural trail
- Dogs
- Allowed (leashed)
- Kids
- Not noted
- Accessible
- Not noted
- Views
- Water
- Good for
- Walking, Hiking, Birding
What should you know before you go?
Parking
Small Land Bank lot on Franklin Street Extension.
Dogs
Allowed (leashed)
Managed by
Martha's Vineyard Land Bank
What you'll see
Water views, Bird sanctuary, Dog-friendly, Salt marsh
Where is the trailhead?
Franklin Street Extension, Tisbury, MA 02568.