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Paddle
Essex River Basin, Essex and Ipswich
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Ability: Novice to Intermediate
Terrain: Tidal, inland
Distance: 1-4 hours
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It’s like singletrack for your kayak when you explore the marsh and the narrow creeks that make up the Essex River Basin. On this trip you’ll enjoy the marsh wildlife – ospreys overhead and fish jumping next to you. You’ll also enjoy the spectacular views of the backside of Crane Beach and Hog Island. Just remember to check the tides... you don’t want to get stranded in the marsh at low tide.
Directions to The Essex River Basin Kayak
Parking: The Cox Reservation 82 Eastern Ave, Essex, MA 01929
Map
From Route 128: Take Exit 15 "School Street" 3.0 miles north. School Street becomes Southern Avenue and leads into Essex center at the intersection of Southern Avenue and Eastern Avenue. Turn right onto Eastern Avenue, Route 133, and follow directions below.
From Essex Center:
From the intersection of Southern Avenue and Eastern Avenue, proceed east on Eastern Avenue, Route 133, toward Gloucester 0.5 mile. You will pass the South Essex Center mall on the right, and then make an immediate left turn into our driveway, which is marked by a Greenbelt sign. If you reach Farnham's Clams you have gone to far.
Drop your boat off at the end of the driveway (before Private sign) and park back at the main parking area near the headquarters. Have questions? Stop in the office M-F 9-5. Remember to check the tides. The GPS link will give you many options to explore the waters of the Essex River Basin, and if you want to stop for lunch, paddle down to Farnham's Clams on the Essex River. Explore for as long as you want. |
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