Hike for a day. Remember for a lifetime.

The personality of Martha’s Vineyard changes with the four seasons. There is no better way to soak in those changes than to take a long walk or hike through the Vineyards many trails. Children and strollers are easily handled on some trails while others mat be too strenuous or offer too much soft sand. Be sure to take snacks and water.

Here are a few trails nearby:

Felix Neck Wildlife Sanctuary - Edgartown Road - Edgartown, MA
Vistors to this nature center will find plenty of self-guided trails, as well as live native birds. Of particular interest are ospreys nesting in their natural environment. There is an admission fee.

Long Point Wildlife Refuge - Off Edgartown-West Tisbury Road - West Tisbury, MA
The refuge offers 2 miles of trails plus beachfront. All easy walking. Facilities include public restrooms, picnic tables, bike rack, and a small visitor center. Visitors may take a Wildlife Discovery Tour guided canoe and kayak tour led by expert naturalists.

Manuel Correllus State Forest - Edgartown, MA
Over 5,000 acres of forest and woodland, with trails for hiking and biking.

Chappaquiddick Island - Poucha Pond Reservation - Salt Marsh Stroll Trail
This easy walk, best undertaken off-season, when the weather is cool and the biting insects gone, explores a 147-acre reservation perched on the shore of Poucha Pond.

Chappaquiddick Island - Three Ponds Reservation - Brines Pond Reserve
Enjoy this short, woodsy stroll in the fall, when the trees on the island take on their autumn hues. The trail network here connects with trails leading to other nearby preserves.

Chappaquiddick Island - Wasque Reservation - Ocean’s Edge Trail
This easy walk explores a compact, but surprisingly varied reservation on the southeast corner of Chappaquiddick Island. Habitats here include pine-oak forest, heathland, and grassland.

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