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Walks Worth Their Salt | New England Ocean Walks

From the Marginal Way in Maine to Bluff Point in Connecticut, here are our 12 favorite places in New England to stroll by the seashore.

By Yankee Magazine

Feb 15 2017

Ogunquit’s Marginal Way

Ogunquit’s Marginal Way

Photo Credit : Kindra Clineff

Henry David Thoreau once wrote, “An early morning walk is a  blessing for the whole day.” These New England ocean walks will fill your senses with the sights and sounds and exuberance of being by the sea. From the famous ocean walks of tourist hubs Newport and Ogunquit to lesser-known paths though wilder landscapes, we share our 12 favorite places to stroll by the seashore.

Walks Worth Their Salt | New England Ocean Walks
Napatree Point Conservation Area in Watch Hill, RI | New England Ocean Walks
Photo Credit : Brian Swope

NEW ENGLAND OCEAN WALKS

A Walk That Says Maine

Ogunquit’s Marginal Way is a love story about a town and its ocean.

Almost Spring on Craigville Beach

An off-season Cape Cod ramble empties the mind of everything but nature’s beauty.

The Picture-Perfect Stroll on Plum Island

Every morning on Plum Island yields an unforgettable image to share.

The Picture-Perfect Stroll on Plum Island
The Picture-Perfect Stroll on Plum Island
Photo Credit : Libby Delana

Stepping into Another World

Bluff Point in Groton, CT, offers an oasis of timelessness on Long Island Sound.

A Gift for All on Nantucket

How a developer of Nantucket seaside estates made sure everyone could enjoy the view.

SEE MORE: 7 More New England Ocean Walk Ideas

Looking for even more scenic strolls? From Maine to Connecticut, these seven New England ocean walk ideas offer even more coastal inspiration.