Fishing boat expeditions into the ocean and surfcasting along the shore, windsurfing, boat trips , and ocean kayaking are ways to enjoy the river and sea. Horseback riding at Maudslay, bicycling, running, jogging or walking around the flat streets of our city are popular pastimes. There are many interesting Cultural Art centers in town that you can t miss. Stroll along High Street and admire the Federal Mansions or watch the boats on the Merrimack as you make your way down the boardwalk. Sandy Point on the southern tip of Plum Island is a State Park and a wonderful place to swim, sun yourself or go tidepooling.
Parking is available at the Refuge, the Point or in private parking lots.
There are plenty of fish to be caught in the Merrimack River and off shore. If you enjoy fishing, you can cast your lines off the shore of Plum Island, or sign up for an off-shore excursion with the Captain s fishing parties , or the Clipper Fleet . Or hire a charter boat try Private Charters , Summer Job Charters , Atlantis Charters , Obsessed Charters , Plum Island Charters or Sport Fishing Charters . Parking is available at the Refuge, the Point or in private parking lots. Fee Charged .