How Big is Martha's Vineyard? 96 Square Miles Size Guide and Comparisons
Martha's Vineyard is 96 square miles, about 20 miles long and 9 miles wide. Compare its size to Manhattan, Nantucket, and other islands.
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Chilmark, Martha's Vineyard: Things to Do, Beaches and MenemshaChilmark: rolling farmland, Lucy Vincent Beach, Beetlebung Corner, Menemsha sunsets, and the island's peaceful...→Menemsha, Martha's Vineyard: Fishing Village, Seafood and SunsetsExplore Menemsha on Martha’s Vineyard, a historic fishing village known for its lobster shacks, the working ha...→Top Outdoor Activities on Martha's VineyardTop outdoor activities on Martha's Vineyard: hiking, biking, kayaking, fishing, wildlife, scenic trails, and s...→Martha's Vineyard: The Complete Island GuideExplore Martha's Vineyard: the beaches, the six towns, and what to do when you get here. Plan the trip on one...→Martha's Vineyard Towns: All Six Island CommunitiesExplore all six towns of Martha's Vineyard: Edgartown, Oak Bluffs, Vineyard Haven, West Tisbury, Chilmark, and...→MV Vacation Video Hub – Explore Martha’s Vineyard in 4KWatch Martha's Vineyard in 4K video. Walking tours, beaches, towns, quiet corners, and seasonal highlights fil...→Martha's Vineyard is 96 square miles, about 20 miles long and 9 miles wide. Compare its size to Manhattan, Nantucket, and other islands.
Guide to identifying and avoiding poison ivy on Martha's Vineyard. Recognition tips, treatment options, and safety measures for island trail visitors.
Read More: Poison Ivy on Martha's Vineyard: Complete ID and Safety GuideMartha's Vineyard in winter: year-round restaurants, Christmas in Edgartown, hotel deals, birding, and why the off-season might be the best time to visit.
Read More: Martha's Vineyard in Winter: The Off-Season Guide (2026)MV with dogs: free ferry passage, beach rules by town, 25+ dog-friendly restaurants, pet hotels, tick prevention, and vet care.
Read More: Pet-Friendly Martha's Vineyard: Dog Beaches, Restaurants and Lodging Guide (2026)A scenic winter drive through West Tisbury, Chilmark, and Aquinnah on Martha's Vineyard. Rolling farmland, stone walls, and dramatic cliffs in snow.
Read More: A Winter Drive from West Tisbury to Aquinnah CliffsFall 2026 on Martha's Vineyard: the September 10 and October 12 deadlines, beaches that open to everyone September 16, the Derby, scalloping by town, foliage timing and honest closing dates.
Read More: Martha's Vineyard in the Fall (2026): What Closes, What Opens Up and Why Locals Call It the Best SeasonMV packing list: tick protection (Lyme at 11x state avg), cash for Chappy Ferry, light jacket for July evenings, and what to rent not bring.
Read More: What to Pack for Martha's Vineyard: The Complete Checklist (2026)The golf courses of Martha's Vineyard, from Farm Neck Golf Club to the Chappaquiddick links: tee times, course details, and visitor access.
Read More: Golfing on Martha's Vineyard: Courses and Visitor AccessEast Chop Lighthouse in Oak Bluffs: the 1878 cast-iron tower on Telegraph Hill, the Sunday sunset openings run by the Martha's Vineyard Museum, the semaphore and Chocolate Lighthouse history, and the bus stop and parking below the hill.
Read More: East Chop Lighthouse, Oak Bluffs: Sunset Openings, Telegraph Hill History and How to Get There (2026)Martha's Vineyard in October: fall foliage timing, the 81st Striped Bass Derby, 30+ open restaurants, hotel deals at 40-60% off, and why October is ideal.
Read More: Martha's Vineyard in October: Fall Foliage, the Derby and Off-Season Travel (2026)Cycling Martha's Vineyard in 2026: 32+ miles of bike paths, 5 routes from easy family rides to the 60-mile island loop, rental prices, and e-bike rules.
Read More: Martha's Vineyard Bike Routes and Cycling Guide (2026)Cedar Tree Neck Sanctuary: about 400 acres of bluffs, forest trails, and rocky shoreline in West Tisbury. Free admission, open year-round.
Read More: Cedar Tree Neck Sanctuary, West TisburyThe free island library · 2026
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