5 of the Best Boardwalks in Massachusetts
Here's a list of the top 5 best boardwalks that are close enough to the Southcoast to check out this summer!
Only In Your State.com has a bunch of great ideas and places to visit for you and the family this summer.
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The Sandwich Boardwalk, Sandwich
Known as the "plank walk", the Sandwich Boardwalk is located at the entrance to Sandwich Harbor and Sandwich Town Beach. Each plank is engraved with the name of someone who has donated to the boardwalk's maintenance. Isn't that cool?
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Gray’s Beach Boardwalk (Bass Hole Boardwalk), Yarmouthport
Even though it's not really well-known, Gray's Beach Boardwalk borders the beautiful Chapin Beach and has a wonderful view of Bass Hole.
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Red Maple Swamp Trail, Eastham
Red Maple Swamp Trail is part of the Cape Cod National Seashore. Autumn is the best time to visit here, the foliage is absolutely beautiful. If you are looking for pure peace and quiet, this is your best bet.
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Atlantic White Cedar Swamp Trail, Wellfleet
The Atlantic White Cedar Swamp trail is the National Seashore's most well-known boardwalks. It's a great place to escape the summer heat because of it's towering cedar trees and mystical groves covered in moss.
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Uncle Tim’s Bridge, Wellfleet
Although it's the shortest boardwalk on the list, Uncle Tim's Bridge is a great place to take pets and is also bike friendly. It's also a good place to catch fireworks over Wellfleet harbor. A perfect family getaway with the kids!