Jenness State Beach
"Portsmouth visitors often make a short trip to Jenness State Beach for a quick ocean escape, especially in summer. It is close enough for a half-day beach outing or an easy family day trip."
A popular sandy ocean beach in Rye with swimming, surf, and scenic seacoast views.
Wallis Sands State Beach
"Portsmouth visitors often head to Wallis Sands for a quick ocean escape close to downtown dining and lodging. It is an easy day trip for families and beachgoers."
A popular sandy ocean beach in Rye with swimming, picnicking, and sweeping views of the Atlantic.
North Hampton State Beach
"Portsmouth visitors often combine a beach day with dining, shopping, and historic waterfront attractions. It is a convenient short drive for a quick Seacoast getaway."
A compact Atlantic beach park offering swimming, sunbathing, and scenic seacoast views.
Hampton Beach State Park
"Portsmouth visitors often make a day trip for the beach, ocean swimming, and summer events. It is close enough for an easy coastal outing with dining and shopping afterward."
A bustling oceanfront state park with a sandy beach, boardwalk access, and classic New Hampshire seacoast recreation.