Location: Aquinnah
Top Things to do in Aquinnah
Top 5 Things to do in Aquinnah, Massachusetts (MA)
Aquinnah is a town located on the island of Martha's Vineyard in Massachusetts. Until 1997 it was called Gay Head. The population was 311 at the 2010 U.S. census. It is known for its beautiful clay cliffs and quiet natural serenity. Below the clay cliffs is Jungle Beach, named to reflect its reputation as one of the few nude beaches left in the U.S.
Restaurants in Aquinnah
1. Gay Head
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 142 reviews
The 10-minute walk from the parking lot is well worth the trek to this spectacular beach with its magnificent multi-colored cliffs, which are a national landmark. The lack of commercialism means a true escape and relaxation, but you'll need to bring food and supplies.
Reviewed By starsnsands
Stunning Magnificent Ocean Beach with lovely waves and the beach is dotted with pebbles of all sizes and shapes. Marine life abounds along the waters. I think GayHead is one of the Loveliest Beaches in the World. The sands are soft but this beach has a lot of stones.
2. Aquinnah Cliffs
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 509 reviews
Reviewed By monicabX2463SJ
breathtaking views, awesome to look downwards and see the waves crashing and the different colors of the cliffs
3. Aquinnah Lighthouse
4. Aloha Paddle Martha's Vineyard
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 8 reviews
We are a stand up paddle dedicated company on the beautiful island of Martha's Vineyard. We are dedicated to providing the best Stand Up Paddling on Martha's Vineyard. We offer top quality equipment and highly professional and experienced teachers and guides. We have access to the most scenic paddling locations MV has to offer. Come join us for one of our lessons, guided paddles or fitness classes
5. Gay Head Light (Aquinnah Light)
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 210 reviews
The Martha's Vineyard Museum is privileged to be the steward of three of the Island's lighthouses. The East Chop, Edgartown, and Gay Head lighthouses are not only historic reminders of a bygone age, but are working beacons that still send a light out into the night. Beyond their important functional role, these structures also offer visitors spectacular views of the breathtaking beauty of Vineyard Sound, the simple elegance of Edgartown Harbor & Chappaquiddick, and the majestic cliffs of Aquinnah. The Gay Head Lighthouse is open seasonally. A lighthouse keeper will be available and the doors will be open during designated hours. Parking is available, but limited, on Aquinnah Circle. The Vineyard Transit Authority (VTA) busses do have routes to the lighthouse.
Reviewed By nidesa - Wayne, United States
Seeing the lighthouse the Cliff over & over every time we arrived the island and to say goodbye before going home to Wayne is one of our ritual things we do for over twenty two years ! The home of Wampanoag tribes & Wampum arts!
