Crane Beach and Sand Dunes, Ipswich

Activity Type: Hiking, Local Walks, & Trail Running | Hiking
Difficulty: 3 - Easy
Trip Leader(s): Brian Connolly
Registration Type: Show & Go
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Audience: Everyone

Description: Moderate pace 5 mile walk, across scenic sand dunes, and along the ocean beach. Beautiful desert landscapes, include a pitch pine forest, with views of Essex Bay and Hog Island. Herring gulls soar overhead, while piping plovers scurry across the sand. Walk followed by dinner/social hour at Woodman's Seafood Restaurant, in nearby Essex, at around 2:00 PM. The Essex River salt marsh is behind Woodman's. There are picnic tables. If the weather is nice, we will eat outside. Meet 11:00 AM, at Crane Beach parking lot (Note: There is a parking fee). From Route 128, exit 14 in Gloucester, take Route 133 West for 5 miles. Turn right on Northgate Road. Then, turn right on Argilla Road, follow to the beach. Soft, mellow music will begin at 10:30 AM. This is a “Show & Go” walk, registration is not required. Weather: Heavy rain cancels. If uncertain, please contact the leader ( brian.connolly7373@gmail.com ) .

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