Trail Distance: 2.7 miles
Elevation Gain: ~400 ft.
Terrain Rating: Easy
Hike Time: A little over an hour
Dog Friendly: Yes
Recommended Seasons: All
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Trail Distance: 2.2 miles
Elevation Gain: ~400 ft.
Terrain Rating: Easy
Hike Time: 45 minutes
Dog Friendly: Yes
Recommended Seasons: All
Let’s Take a Hike is a fun, family friendly hiking book for anyone planning an adventure to Nantucket (one of my favorite places to visit year round, but especially in the summer).
Trail Distance: 2.5 miles
Elevation Gain: ~400 ft.
Terrain Rating: Moderate - mostly dirt and loose rocks but some of the descents are a bit tricky because of all the loose rock
Hike Time: 1 hour
Dog Friendly: Yes
Recommended Seasons: All
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