Activities
MV Water Trails
Sheriff’s Meadow Foundation has partnered with the Town of Tisbury’s Open Space and Recreation Committee and the Martha’s Vineyard Commission to establish two water trails on Lagoon Pond and Lake Tashmoo. These are envisioned as the first of many such trails across the island. These trails feature numbered locations where the public can land kayaks, canoes, or similar paddle boats to explore the surrounding area. A detailed map and information for each site are available through a Storymap, accessible via the link below or directly through the Excursions tab on the TrailsMV app
Note: internet access is required to utilize the StoryMaps
The Tisbury Water Trails were made possible through funding from the Community Preservation Act.
Lake Tashmoo
Enjoy paddling around the shores of Lake Tashmoo, a large lake in Tisbury with access to Vineyard Sound. The provided link will lead you to a map with numbered stops, each offering details on what the spot provides. Lake Street is the recommended launch point for this route. The stops are numbered in a clockwise order, but you are welcome to plan your own route or follow the 4.1 miles route as mapped. Please note that many stops are only accessible by water. Remember to take all trash with you. Overnight storage of kayaks and canoes is only permitted at specific locations after obtaining the necessary permission.
Lagoon Pond
Explore the 2-mile-long Lagoon Pond, shared by the towns of Oak Bluffs and Tisbury. This 7.45 miles route invites you to discover various spots where you can land, enjoy a picnic, take in the view, or simply relax. Many of these locations are only accessible by water. The link will direct you to a map with numbered stops in a clockwise order. The Tisbury Town Landing is the recommended launch spot, offering parking and amenities. The text for all stops provides details on what is allowed at each site. You can follow the numbers clockwise or create your own route. Please ensure you take all your trash with you. Overnight storage of kayaks and canoes is only allowed at specific locations after acquiring the necessary permission.
