Halibut Point Reservation - Public Access Lands on Waymarking.com

Halibut Point Reservation is one of many properties owned by The Trustees of Reservations. The property is best described by the web site. Be sure to pick up a trail map, either at the parking area, or from the web site.

Cooperatively managed by The Trustees of Reservations (TTOR), and the Massachusetts DCR (Department of Conservation and Recreation) Halibut Point Reservation and the adjoining Halibut Point State Park, in concert with the Town of Rockport's Sea Rocks, provides nearly a mile of spectacular ocean frontage. On a clear day, the coast is visible to Mount Agamenticus in southern Maine, about 40 miles away. Also visible are the Isles of Shoals, off the coast of Portsmouth, New Hampshire.

Cape Ann was host to an active granite quarrying industry in the past. This is well documented in the adjoining State Park. However, it appears that at this location, it started as surface quarrying, taking pieces of the slabs as they sloped down to the sea. There is considerable evidence of this on the Reservation property.

Please note that the Halibut Point Reservation and Sea Rocks are accessed from within the State Park, and you must enter the park first. There is no entrance fee, but you must pay a $2.00 daily parking fee, unless you are a member of TTOR, when it is free. Be sure to pick up a trail map, either on the web site, or at the Visitors Center. The Reservation is open sunrise to sunset, but the Park's hours are more restrictive. Check their web site.

Estimated size of the public land (in regional measurement standard: hectares, acres, kms, etc.): 12 acres Is there a trail system?: Yes If there is a trail system, please describe length, terrain, etc.: About a mile or so, all told, just enough to get you from your car to the ocean. Somewhat narrow, but nearly level, you do a lot of rock scrambling as you approach the water. What points of interest are there?: Extensive ocean views, plus over a mile of rocky coast to explore. What activities are available?: Fishing, swimming, sun bathing, picnicking, SCUBA diving, touring the adjacent State Park facilities. List of known hazards (cliffs, snakes, poison plants, etc.): Climbing over/around large rocks and boulders, while not difficult, can cause injury if you get careless. Dogs Allowed?: Yes Is a permit/fee required?: Yes If a permit/fee is required please describe in detail how to get one, how much, etc.: There is a $2.00 daily parking fee if you are not a member of TTOR. Please supply the website of the land if available: [Web Link] Hours of accessibility?: Not listed

Visit Instructions:
Visitors are encouraged to supply a picture of either themselves or their GPS at the trailhead and/or signage of the public access lands - describe your experience there and what you saw - tell us why other folks should come visit!

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