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The Pinehills · Plymouth · Massachusetts
A Native-owned coffee and gift shop at the Gay Head Cliffs overlook in Aquinnah, serving coffee and locally made goods with sweeping views over the Wampanoag homeland.
Skip the road and take the water. The Aquinnah Bike Ferry is a beloved seasonal crossing that carries cyclists and pedestrians between Menemsha and Aquinnah across the mouth of Menemsha Pond. A flat-deck boat, a short hop, and one of the most scenic rides on Martha's Vineyard — with views of the outer harbor and Vineyard Sound. A must for anyone cycling the island.
An Aquinnah Cliffs gallery and gift shop featuring Martha's Vineyard prints, jewelry, and island-made art.
A seasonal food stand at the Aquinnah Cliffs serving lobster rolls, chowder, and ice cream with a view — a quick, satisfying bite steps from the Gay Head Lighthouse.
A small seasonal shop at the Aquinnah Cliffs offering clothing, gifts, and island keepsakes overlooking the Gay Head Lighthouse.
A gift shop at the Aquinnah Cliffs featuring island-made and Native Wampanoag crafts, jewelry, and souvenirs.
A seasonal general store at the top of the Aquinnah (Gay Head) Cliffs stocking snacks, drinks, souvenirs, and essentials for visitors to the cliffs and lighthouse.
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