Getting Around

THE GREAT OUTDOORS

NATURAL BEAUTY is one of Martha’s Vineyard’s main attractions, and the offseason is a great time to explore the Island’s diverse landscapes. There are more than 100 trails, most of which are family friendly. (Some do not allow dogs.) Be aware that ticks are abundant in grassy and woodsy areas until winter arrives; use tick spray and check for ticks after walking. For more information on trails, visit mvlandbank.com, thetrustees. org or sheriffsmeadow.org (where information on the free TrailsMV app is available).

NATURE

THE FARM INSTITUTE 14 Aero Avenue, Edgartown. This working farm near South Beach offers educational programs for all ages. Learn about sustainable agriculture and livestock management while visiting with cows, chickens, goats, sheep and pigs. Or take a class in the FARM's kitchen. 508-627-7007, thetrustees.org/tfi.

FELIX NECK WILDLIFE SANCTUARY 100 Felix Neck Drive, Edgartown. A Massachusetts Audubon property, Felix Neck’s four miles of trails provide explorations of the surrounding woodlands, meadows, pond, salt marsh and barrier beach. $4: Adults; $3: Seniors & Children. Currently the trails, restrooms, and nature center are all open. 508-627-4850, massaudubon.org/felixneck.

ISLAND ALPACA 1 Head of the Pond Road, Oak Bluffs. Island Alpaca is open daily from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Visit the herd of alpacas in the front paddock adjacent to the parking lot, then head into the farm store for some shopping. $5: Person. 508-693-5554, islandalpaca.com. THE POLLY HILL ARBORETUM 809 State Road, West Tisbury. Discover the range of trees and plants that can be grown successfully on Martha’s Vineyard. The grounds are open daily from sunrise to sunset (except on Wednesdays). The Visitor Center is open 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily (excluding Wednesdays) through mid-October. $5: Adults; Free: Children. 508-693-9426, pollyhillarboretum.org.

CEDAR TREE NECK SANCTUARY Off Obed Daggett Road, West Tisbury. 508-693-5207, sheriffsmeadow.org. The sanctuary features woodland trails that lead to a beautiful shore walk (though no swimming allowed).

MENEMSHA HILLS RESERVATION Off North Road, Chilmark. 508-6933678, thetrustees.org. This 211-acre preserve boasts dramatic views of the Elizabeth Islands and is home to the secondhighest point on the Vineyard, Prospect Hill. Allow 1.5 hours for full hike.

WASKOSIM’S ROCK RESERVATION Off North Road, Chilmark. 508-627-7141, mvlandbank.com. It's like a journey through Vineyard history: Visit remnants of a 17th century homestead and see the legendary rock itself, a prominent feature in Island and Wampanoag history; dogs and bikes allowed. LONG POINT WILDLIFE REFUGE Off Edgartown-West Tisbury Road, West Tisbury. 508-693-7392, thetrustees. org. More than just a much-loved beach, the over 600 acres of the Long Point Refuge include a 2.1-mile walking trail through woods and sand barrens.

CAROLINE TUTHILL PRESERVE Off Edgartown-Vineyard Haven Road, Edgartown. 508-693-5207, sheriffsmead ow.org. An ideal choice for bicyclists, this network of winding trails varies from strenuous to easy terrain, and opens up to the salt marshes of Sengekontacket Pond.

WEST CHOP WOODS Off Franklin Street, Vineyard Haven. 508-693-5207, sheriffsmeadow.org. Choose between two main trails in this 90-acre wooded property near downtown Tisbury.