Cedar Tree Neck Sanctuary

Martha's Vineyard


Cedar Tree Neck's inviting 2.5-mile hike crosses native bogs and forest to a coastal bluff with views of Cape Cod and the Elizabeth Islands. Be sure to take the short detour to Ames Pond to enjoy a meditative moment with painted turtles and peeping tree frogs (but note that swimming is forbidden).

To get there, take State Rd to Indian Hill Rd and continue 1.8 miles.


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