Not our name, but our passion
Wallis Sands in Rye, New Hampshire is the perfect summer swimming beach if you have small children. The sandy stretch of beach extends way out into the bay with gentle waves and shallow water for many meters. There are bathhouse facilities during the summer season, some picnic tables but little other amenities. If you want to swim or sunbath away from the hustle and bustle own shops, fast food and motels this is the beach for you.
Northside Park in the town of North Hampton is a private town only beach access park. During the off season it is a pleasant area to visit and take a short walk. The beach is mostly rocky with sandy bottom during low tide.
In Seabrook, New Hampshire just off US Route 1A is this small park with access to the tidal estuary for wind surfing, fishing and relaxing strolls. This new Harborside Park was established with funds from the town of Seabrook matching grant money from the National Park Service.
In addition to access to the salt water estuary there are good opportunities for wind surfing during the right conditions.
In 2015 a memorial was dedicated to the fishermen from Seabrook who lost their lives at sea.
There are many options for food after an afternoon at the park. I suggest either of the two great seafood shacks on NH Route 286; Brown’s or Markey’s.
or get a piece of “beach pizza” at Tripoli Bakery in the same area.
The Little Boar’s Head Seaside Trail is the definition of a picture perfect afternoon stroll. Beginning at North Hampton Beach and continuing up the coast, the trail offers spectacular ocean views on one side and beautiful mansions on the other. Take an afternoon and stroll down the easy level trail which follows the coast. There are benches along the path offering a place for a brief respite as you enjoy the view.
Salisbury Beach in Massachusetts has two main attractions; the state park has camping and swimming beach while the town has cottage rentals, free beach access and the typical beach style restaurants and arcades.
The state park has a relatively high entrance fee especially for out of staters at $20 per adult, but once inside there is a campground with more than 450 sites, a wonderful picnic area and access to the beach. The park is located right at the mouth of the Merrimack River and is well worth the entrance fee, just make sure you plan on making a day of it.
The downtown section of Salisbury Beach is your typical seaside beach town. There are arcades and go-karts, restaurants and free beach access.
You simply cannot leave Salisbury without trying the signature “beach pizza” from either Tripoli or Cristy’s which are side by side steps away from the beach.
Tripoli is famous for their sweet sauce while Cristy’s has almost no sweetness. Both establishments have their supporters and detractors sample them and decide for yourself.
A good way to experience the beach is to spend a week to soak up the sun and relax. The many cottage rentals available allow for the relaxing beach week vacation. A variety of options are available from beach front to just off the beach.
There are of course hundreds of rooms available in local motels, inns and hotels as well.
Salisbury Beach is not what it was in its heyday during the 60s and 70s but it is still an enjoyable destination for the entire family.
