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Martha's Vineyard, an island located only 7 miles of the coast of Massachusetts, is a paradise of beaches, "gingerbread" house architecture, and abundant natural beauty. Six small towns make up this island, which include, Edgartown, Oak Bluffs, Vineyard Haven, Aquinnah, Chilmark and West Tisbury. the island boasts 12 public beaches and 5 iconic lighthouses.
Traveling by bike is ideal for visitors to Martha's Vineyard, because although cars are allowed on the island, it can be expensive to bring them on island via. ferry. There are over 32 miles of designated off road bike paths that help connect the island.
The off-road bike paths across Martha's Vineyards connect the towns of Edgartown, Oak Bluffs, Vineyard Haven, Joseph Silva State, Edgartown and South beaches, and even pass by other popular island spots like the infamous Jaws Bridge. Additionally, the Manuel F. Correllus State Forest offers two loops around the park, perfect for those looking for a longer, scenic route. This path also passes by the Martha's Vineyard Airport.
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The island of Martha's Vineyard is only accesible by bus, plane or ferry. Ferries leave from Woods Hole, New Bedford, North Kingston, Falmouth and Hyannis and arrive on-island at either Oak Bluffs or Edgartown. See more information here.
The Martha's Vineyard Transit authority operates bus routes across the island, see here for more information.
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