Joseph Sylvia State Beach – Historic Edgartown loop from Chappaquiddick Island

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Joseph Sylvia State Beach – Historic Edgartown loop from Chappaquiddick Island

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Joseph Sylvia State Beach – Historic Edgartown loop from Chappaquiddick Island

02:27

42.5km

100m

Cycling

Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The route includes a crossing by ferry. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: September 10, 2026

This route includes a ferry crossing

Tips

Includes ferry crossings

Check ferry timetable.

After 4.61 km for 162 m

After 37.8 km for 162 m

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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8.69 km

Joseph Sylvia State Beach

Highlight • Beach

With soft, golden sand and shallow water, Joseph Sylvia State Beach is a popular hangout spot on Martha's Vineyard. The beach extends 5 miles (8 km) between Oak Bluffs and …

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9.56 km

Beach

11.0 km

Harts Harbor

Highlight • Lake

Sandwiched between Joseph Sylvia State Beach and the Felix Neck Conservation Area, Harts Harbor is a large body of water. It's actually an extension of Sengekontacket Pond and is nice to look at as you ride along the bike path.

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13.5 km

Farm Pond

Highlight • Lake

Farm Pond looks more like a lake from the bike path with how big it is. You also get a pretty good view of the surrounding wetlands and the ocean on the other side of the highway from here.

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21.1 km

Historic Edgartown

Highlight • Cafe

Edgartown is a wonderful historic town with many well-preserved houses. Today, the harbour hosts yachting events although it was once a major whaling port. There are plenty of shops and restaurants to explore around the pretty centre.

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29.9 km