Maudslay State Park
"Newburyport visitors often come for a quiet nature escape close to downtown, with easy access to the park’s gardens, river views, and picnic areas."
A riverside park in Newburyport featuring gardens, meadows, woodlands, and scenic walking paths.
Sandy Point State Reservation
"Newburyport is the closest gateway city, offering dining, shopping, and historic waterfront streets before or after a beach visit. Many visitors pair the reservation with a day in the downtown harbor area."
A scenic coastal reservation on Plum Island with sandy beach access, salt marsh vistas, and excellent birdwatching.
Rye Harbor State Park
"Newburyport visitors are drawn to the harbor scenery and boat activity just north of the Massachusetts border. Rye Harbor makes a pleasant day trip for coastal exploration."
A scenic seacoast park with harbor views, picnicking, fishing, and access to the Isles of Shoals.
Wallis Sands State Beach
"Newburyport visitors cross the border for a New Hampshire beach day with convenient parking and Atlantic views. It is a practical choice for a nearby coastal outing."
A popular sandy ocean beach in Rye with swimming, picnicking, and sweeping views of the Atlantic.
Halibut Point State Park
"Newburyport visitors are attracted by the park's rugged coast and historic quarry setting. It offers a different kind of seaside experience than the harbor and riverfront scenery closer to town."
A scenic Cape Ann park known for its granite quarry, rocky shoreline, and expansive ocean views.
Wentworth-Coolidge Mansion State Historic Site
"Newburyport visitors often come north for a scenic New Hampshire historic site with river views. The mansion makes a strong cross-border day trip for history lovers."
A colonial-era mansion and waterfront historic site overlooking the Piscataqua River.