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Trunk River Beach – Aquinnah Headlands Preserve loop from Falmouth

Trunk River Beach – Aquinnah Headlands Preserve loop from Falmouth

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4.9

(1814)

17,296

riders

Trunk River Beach – Aquinnah Headlands Preserve loop from Falmouth

05:22

113km

600m

Road cycling

Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride. The route includes a crossing by ferry. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: July 7, 2026

This route includes a ferry crossing

Tips

Includes ferry crossings

Check ferry timetable.

After 6.41 km for 12.7 km

After 94.9 km for 12.7 km

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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1.06 km

Salt Pond Acres Wildlife Area

Highlight • Natural

Salt Pond Acres Wildlife Area or Salt Pond Areas Bird Sanctuary is located just off the fantastic Shining Sea Bikeway. The main aim of this 35 acre reserve is to protect and preserve Falmouth’s open space wildlife habitat. The area has numerous nature trails for you to enjoy the wide variety of wildlife and are accessible from the bikeway.

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2.00 km

Surf Drive Beach (Falmouth Beach)

Highlight • Beach

Surf Drive Beach is a just off of the road on the narrow strip between the ocean and Salt Pond. There is soft sand, calm surf, short rock jetties, and great views over the Vineyard Sound. Since it's just a few yards off the road, it's a great beach to enjoy on your ride. Surf Drive also intersects with the Shining Sea Bikeway just a short distance west of here, making it easily accessible by bike.

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2.76 km

Oyster Pond

Highlight • Lake

Oyster Pond is a scenic salt pond right off the Shining Sea Bike path.
It is comprised of a series of kettle ponds that flooded at the end of the last glacial period. Additionally, it is one of the most studied ponds for its size, in large part due to its proximity to several major science institutions at the world-famous Woods Hole.

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2.99 km

Shining Sea Bikeway

Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway

The Shining Sea Bikeway, near Falmouth, offers cyclists a scenic journey along Cape Cod's coastline. Stretching for 10 miles, it winds through picturesque landscapes, including salt marshes, cranberry bogs, and sandy beaches. Cyclists can enjoy views of Martha's Vineyard Sound and pass by historic sites like the former train depot in Woods Hole. With gentle terrain and stunning vistas, it's a must-ride route for cycling enthusiasts of all levels.

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3.31 km

Trunk River Beach

Highlight • Beach

Trunk River Beach is a fantastic public beach located right off of the Shining Sea Bike Path. This scenic spot is an excellent place to walk to bike to and is very close to the downtown. Although this beach is on the smaller side, it is an incredibly beautiful place to sunbathe, swim, look for shells, and enjoy a classic Cape Cod vista.

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19.3 km

Vineyard Haven Harbor

Highlight • Structure

Vineyard Haven Harbor has been the main port for Vineyard for over 300 years. You'll spot traditional sailboats bobbing in the water – hundreds of boats use the harbor today.

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21.9 km

West Chop Vista

Viewpoint

22.4 km

West Chop Light

Highlight • Monument

West Chop Light has guided boats safely into Vineyard Haven Harbor since 1817. The white tower looks over the coast from the northern tip of West Chop and belongs to the U.S. Coast Guard.

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30.3 km

Cranberry Acres

Nature Reserve

47.1 km

Prospect Hill

Nature Reserve

61.2 km

Aquinnah Headlands Preserve

Highlight • Natural Monument

Aquinnah Headlands Preserve is a beautiful stretch of coastline on the northwestern corner of Martha's Vineyard. The colorful Gay Head Cliffs run along its length, overlooked by Gay Head Cliffs.

A few trails run through the preserve like North Head which loops through coastal brush and wildflowers. The South Head Loop is a wide and gentle trail suitable for all ages.

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112 km

Viewpoint

113 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

69.7 km

25.4 km

9.12 km

7.63 km

816 m

304 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

72.6 km

27.9 km

12.1 km

323 m

Elevation

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Weather

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Thursday 23 July

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18 %

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Trunk River Beach – Aquinnah Headlands Preserve loop from Falmouth

Salt Pond Acres Wildlife Area

Surf Drive Beach (Falmouth Beach)

Oyster Pond

Shining Sea Bikeway

Trunk River Beach

Vineyard Haven Harbor

West Chop Light

Aquinnah Headlands Preserve

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