Essex Coastal Scenic Byway
Essex County, MA
Point-to-point trail in Essex County, MA. Scenic drive.
- Distance
- 47.3 mi (76.1 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 1,198 ft (365 m)
- Est. Time
- 15 hr 50 min
- High point
- 131 ft (40 m)
- Difficulty
- Expert
- Route type
- Point to point
Features
Along the way
- Viewpoint 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from start
- Historic site: George Washington 0.3 mi (0.4 km) from start
- Historic site: First Meeting House Monument 3.8 mi (6.2 km) from start
- Historic site: First Settlers Monument 3.9 mi (6.2 km) from start
- Viewpoint 4.1 mi (6.6 km) from start
- Historic site: Salem Witch Trial Memorial 7.7 mi (12.3 km) from start
- Peak: Whites Hill 15.6 mi (25.2 km) from start
- Campsite: Camp Pinehurst 19 mi (30.5 km) from start
- Trailhead: Sunset Mountain Gateway 20.1 mi (32.4 km) from start
- Historic site: World War II Memorial 23.4 mi (37.7 km) from start
- Beach: Black Beach 27.4 mi (44.1 km) from start
- Peak: Spy Rock 29.5 mi (47.5 km) from start
- Beach: Mingo Beach 34.2 mi (55.1 km) from start
- Beach: Dane Street Beach 36 mi (58 km) from start
- Beach: Dane Street Beach 36.4 mi (58.5 km) from start
- Viewpoint 36.4 mi (58.6 km) from start
- Historic site: Washington Arch 38.3 mi (61.7 km) from start
- Historic site: The First Muster 38.4 mi (61.8 km) from start
- Historic site: Roger Conant Statue 38.4 mi (61.9 km) from start
- Historic site: World War II Memorial 38.5 mi (61.9 km) from start
From OpenStreetMap. Check before you rely on water or toilets.
Questions about Essex Coastal Scenic Byway
How long is Essex Coastal Scenic Byway?
Essex Coastal Scenic Byway is 47.3 mi (76.1 km) long. Most people take about 15 hr 50 min. It climbs 1,198 ft (365 m) in total, up to a high point of 131 ft (40 m).
How hard is Essex Coastal Scenic Byway?
GoTrails rates it Expert, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for Essex Coastal Scenic Byway?
Parking at the start. 25 more lots along the route.
Are there water and toilets on Essex Coastal Scenic Byway?
No water mapped: bring all you need. No toilets mapped.
Is Essex Coastal Scenic Byway shaded?
Partly shaded (47% under trees).
What can you do on Essex Coastal Scenic Byway?
Best for Scenic drive.
Where can you eat near Essex Coastal Scenic Byway?
Mr India, 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from the start. 1 more places to eat. Shop: Richdale Convenience Store, 0.3 mi (0.5 km).
Is this a good week for Essex Coastal Scenic Byway?
GoTrails turns the 7-day forecast at the start and at the high point into a clear go / no-go: temperature, rain, storms, wind, heat, air quality and daylight, with a suggested start time. This week’s call is at the top of this page.
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