Replete with diverse ecosystems and habitats which contribute to its rich ecology, Ellisville Harbor State Park invites visitors to unwind and relax amid tranquil surrounds. You can frolic on pebbled shores, try your hand at fishing, or venture into the wilderness and uncover all that lies within. Keep your eyes peeled for harbor seals if you happen to visit during the colder months. Delightful sights abound here, with the park endowed with scenic natural beauty, which awes nature lovers. Cross-country skiing is a popular activity in the winters.
This beautiful stretch of sandy shore is located on the Martha’s Vineyard Island in the heart of Oak Bluffs. On summer days, this beach is a perfect picnicking destination where visitors can take a dip in its calm and clear waters or enjoy a delicious meal on its lovely shore or simply relax watching a gorgeous sunset here. Located next to Inkwell Beach, this place is a must-visit attraction in the town.
A popular holiday resort for African-Americans in the late 19th and early 20th century, Inkwell Beach is a beach lovers paradise in Oak Bluffs in the present day. Its sandy shore with scattered rocky patches is a place where families, couples and friend groups come to enjoy a warm sunny day in the town. The easy accessibility because of its central location makes this beach a popular attraction among throngs of tourists.
Established in 1944, Monomoy National Wildlife Refuge is a 7604-acre (3077.23-hectare) area comprising of oceans, dunes, marshes, and freshwater ponds. A safe haven for migratory birds, you can find dwellings of some unique bird species like piping plover, roseate tern, red knot among many others at this place. The prime moto of this refuge is to provide and protect habitats of migratory birds, spawning horseshoe crabs, and other rare species native to the area. People can access the trail systems, beach and the visitors center of this beautiful wildlife refuge.
Since 1884 islanders have enjoyed the beauty of this magnificent carousel. Built by Charles W.F. Dare company, it is the nation's oldest platform carousel still in operation. Acquired by the Preservation Trust in 1986, the carousel is a National Historic Landmark. Children and adults alike may enjoy a ride on this brilliant structure. Rides are reasonably priced and if you catch the brass ring, you ride for free! Video games and refreshments are also available here.
A rustic, bright red barn is home to this popular gallery, which houses work by a number of internationally recognized artists, including the famous photographers Margaret Bourke-White, Carl Mydans, and Alfred Eisenstaedt. The gallery is known for its weekly Sunday afternoon receptions with featured artists in the courtyard sculpture garden. In addition to paintings and sculptures, the gallery offers antiques as well. Artwork may be ordered from the gallery's website but a visit to its ever-changing collection is recommended.