Martha’s Vineyard is famous for its scenic beaches. Among the nicest is Joseph A. Sylvia State Beach, a great family beach located between Oak Bluffs and Edgartown on Beach Rd. It is easy to reach via the bike paths.
Located at the bridge between Oak Bluffs and Vineyard Haven, Eastville Beach offers great panoramic views. Lighthouse Beach is located near Edgartown’s center (a short walk from North Water St) and is quiet and safe for children.
Martha’s Vineyard offers very good kitesurfing conditions and is an excellent place to learn, thanks to its choice of shallow water spots.
Skyhigh Kiteboarding is a renowned kitesurfing school, offering all levels of lessons from certified instructors.
Tel: (508) 259 2728
There are several good surf spots in Martha’s Vineyard, such as:
Long Pointin West Tisbury Wildlife Refuge, (off Edgartown-West Tisbury Rd) offers a sand bar with mostly rights. A small entrance fee is required to access the spot. South Beach State Park, south of Edgartown, has good rights on a sand bar. Lucy Vincent and Squibnocket in Chillmark are also good spots, but are private beaches.
Corner Five Surf Co.
5 Water St, Vineyard Haven
Wind’s Up, located 199 Beach St on the lagoon in Vineyard Haven, rents small sail boats, windsurfers, kayaks and standup paddles. Also have a retail store.
Tel: (508) 693 4340
Aquinnah (or Gay Head) Cliffs
The spectacular multi-colored Aquinnah Cliffs are a national landmark. A short trek starts from the parking area, runs along the cliffs to a gorgeous beach. Aquinnah is located at the western tip of the island.