Chilmark Things to Do

Six miles of hiking trails meander through this 350-acre nature preserve. The well-marked trails lead visitors through open fields, woods, marshlands and beaches. Tree swallows, wood ducks, barn owls and osprey as well as other... more

In the 1800s, religious camps were popular on the island. As popularity increased, this open-air wrought iron structure was built, which is believed to be the largest of its kind in the US. With seating for 3,000 people and exq... more

Enjoy fresh seafood prepared with a Southern flair at Lola's family-style restaurant. The decor has a down-South feel and Cajun music plays in the background. The portions are enormous. At dinner, a complementary basket of Fren... more

Balance is a chic and widely popular spot on the Circuit Avenue scene in Oaks Bluff. There are really two options here; the dining room, where you can sit down to full meals such as a pan seared tuna or grilled beef tenderloin... more

Martha's Vineyard is a tourist destination, so having tourists frequent your establishment, as they do at Seasons, can hardly be held against you. This is especially true if you're known to serve good, solid, moderately-priced... more

The Meetinghouse is a community center for the arts. The goal is to bring the community together to support and encourage literary, visual and performing arts. The center offers free afternoon programs for young children as wel... more

Carly Simon and a group of friends created this nightclub in 1979. Today, it has become a Vineyard landmark; many of the country's hottest comedians have jumped on the Roof stage. An eclectic group of musicians performing every... more

The local Trustees of Reservations oversee this pristine stretch of beach, dunes and grassland located on the South Shore. Nature trails lead up from the half-mile shore through the forest and grassland, offering glimpses of fr... more

High atop the beautiful cliffs of Gay Head rests an equally magnificent lighthouse. A lighthouse has operated on this site since 1799, with the current 51-foot structure holding court since its construction in 1856. The site is... more

This state park in Vineyard Haven is truly a natural wonder. The park consists of more than 5,000 acres and is located in the center of the island. It was created in 1908 as a "Heath Hen Reserve." Unfortunately, the attempt to... more