Cape Poge Wildlife Refuge
- Cape Poge Wildlife Refuge
Cape Poge Wildlife Refuge is a wildlife refuge on Chappaquiddick Island (Martha's Vineyard, Massachusetts) owned and managed by The Trustees of Reservations. The refuge consists of 516 acres and includes the 1893 Cape Poge Lighthouse.
Description
formed thousands of years ago by offshore currents that deposited tons of sand. Today this beach extends for seven miles from Wasque Point past the Cape Poge Lighthouse to the Gut.
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Seasonal tours allow visitors to explore the lighthouse, diverse upland and marine habitats, and world-renowned fishing spots. Annual over-sand vehicle permits are available for qualified vehicles, providing access to 14 miles of dune roads. The lighthouse can also be reached via a 3.5-mile hike from the Dike Bridge.
Property History
The Cape Poge Wildlife Refuge was acquired by The Trustees of Reservations in 1959. Additional land was donated to or purchased by the Trustees in 1965, 1970, 1971, 1972, 1975, 1976, 1977, 1978, 1984 and 1995.
References
* [http://www.thetrustees.org/pages/286_cape_poge_wildlife_refuge.cfm The Trustees of Reservations: Cape Poge Wildlife Refuge]
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