Because I have been to Nantucket so many times and love it so much, I thought it would be fun to do kind of my own guide to Nantucket. Here is my quick guide to Nantucket's beaches! I did not include all of them but these are the most memorable to me! In past years I have biked to all of them, but this year my family either walked, drove (we rented a Jeep), or took the "Wave" (Nantucket's inexpensive bus).
BEACHES
Children's Beach
Quick Description: On the harbor, food and playground for kids.
More Info: They used to sell amazing donuts at the restaurant, but that was a few years back and since then it has changed hands a few times. They have a playground that I went to when I was little. The beach is not actually on the ocean but on the little harbor so there are basically no waves, so thats why it is perfect for small kids. There is also a park attached where there is a stage that occasionally has concerts. I went to one concert here last year and it was full of young families looking for some downtime.
Jetties Beach
Quick Description: Tourist friendly, everyone knows it.
More Info: I go here a few times during my stay on the island. They have a restaurant on the beach that serves food throughout the day. It's nice because its the closest beach to town, and very convenient for people staying at Brant Point. At night, its a great place for some cheap-ish food, where many teenagers, young adults, and families go. Its not too fancy and a great place to show off your new Vineyard Vines shorts/tee shirts.
Steps Beach
Quick Description: Pretty quiet beach, same strip as Jetties
More Info: This is the more quiet version of Jetties Beach, simply because it is along the same strip of sand! It is named for the steps that you have to walk down to get to it. There is not a bathroom or any food sold here.
Surfside Beach
Quick Description: Crowded beach with big waves
More Info: Great for people watching, and if you like pretty big waves I would definitely check this one out! There are lifeguards and a place to buy food, as well.
Madaket Beach
Quick Description: Not too crowded, but pretty crowded beach. My fave!
More Info: The water here is gorgeous! They have bathrooms, and the waves are not really big, but do exist. There are lifeguards. I love this beach!
Side Note: Something else my family does is rent a boat from Brant Point Marine and go to the points! We also go around the harbor and look at some of the gorgeous homes.
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Look out for posts about Nantucket's food and shopping!
XOXOXO,
Kelsey
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