Beaches in Vineyard Haven, Massachusetts

Surf beach off Moshup Trail. Extends from Philbin Beach to just before the cliffs. The beach is approximately a ten-minute walk from the parking lot on a cleared trail. There is a $15 parking fee i... More on GoingToTheBeach.com

Surf beach off Moshup Trail. The beach is approximately a ten-minute walk from the parking lot on a cleared trail. There ... More on Mvy.com

Menemsha Beach, Basin Rd., off North Rd. Next to Menemsha Harbor. A gentle beach with the clear, bright water that is typical of the North Shore. Lifeguards, toilets. Open to all. Many restaurants ... More on GoingToTheBeach.com

Next to Menemsha Harbor, a gentle beach with the clear, bright water. Open to all. More on Mvy.com

The rental properties around the island make for a very quiet and relaxing time on the island. More on Yahoo! Travel

Gayhead Beach, otherwise known as Aquinnah Beach (the two names seem interchangeable, even from one road sign to the next!) is really ... More on igougo

The two areas of land known as West Chop and East Chop define the harbor at Vineyard Haven, on the north shore of Martha's Vineyard. Vineyard Haven was formerly known as Holmes Hole and was one of ... More on LighthouseFriends.com

It was fairly crowded when we went, but you can still find your spot in the sand to lie out without feeling like you're joining another party. More on igougo

At the end of Fuller St. near Lighthouse Beach. Open to all. Martha's Vineyard, the largest resort island in New England, was formed by glacial action 10,000 years ago and lies 7 miles off the coas... More on GoingToTheBeach.com

At the end of Fuller Street near Lighthouse Beach. Open to all. More on Mvy.com

At Herring Creek on Lake Tashmoo. Open to all. Martha's Vineyard, the largest resort island in New England, was formed by glacial action 10,000 years ago and lies 7 miles off the coast of Cape Cod. The Island is roughly shaped like ... More on GoingToTheBeach.com

A harbor beach off Main St., near the center of town. Open to all. Martha's Vineyard, the largest resort island in New England, was formed by glacial action 10,000 years ago and lies 7 miles off the coast of Cape Cod. The Island is ... More on GoingToTheBeach.com

Located on Chappaquiddick Island, a lovely, unadulterated beach. One of only two public "drive on" beaches. Be prepared for restrictions on vehicle ... More on GoingToTheBeach.com