cuttyhunk ferry co.

Looking for a terrific little adventure? Head out to Cuttyhunk Island for the day or overnight.The nice, clean and very friendly little ferry service will take you there in one very pleasant hour.Explore the quaint undeveloped Island with its beautiful but rocky beaches ( all walkable) then wander thru the few little streets to meet the locals and buy a muffin from the little bakery hut or clams from the raw bar on the dock. Get amazing pizza from a little house and eat at tables in theirdriveway! Super fun for all ages. Tip: Bring cash few places take credit cards.

The crew is very friendly, and the captain has a good sense of humor. There is plenty of seating on top, on the sides, and indoors for inclement weather. There is a fancy coffee machine which offers lattes, cappuccino and expressos which the crew will make for you. There are hot dogs, cookies, and a soup offering on a daily basis. It is a very pet-friendly boat as there are doggie biscuits aboard. We were going for the week so we had food-, fishing- and hiking supplies and the cost is minimal: $2.00 per item up to 40 lbs., $4.00 up to 75 lbs. over 75 lbs. $.10 per pound. We paid $45.00 for a round-trip ticket, but I believe the fare is $28.00 for an adult one-way. It's a great ride with views of the coastline and surrounding islands. Once you embark be prepared to do some great hiking because they have many trails . . . and bring your fishing rod!

Magical place, well worth the ferry ride. Bring lunch and sturdy shoes. Bikes are useless, despite other reviews. There are but 1.6 miles of paved roads on the island.

This island getaway is exclusive and commercially undeveloped, so it's not for everyone, but this fast ferry and its helpful crew sure makes a unique afternoon on the water, and after a brisk walk to the island's highest point for the view, a visit to the exhibits @ the Cuttyhunk Historical Society, and an ice cream cone, you're whisked back to New Bedford in style.

Park at the pier ($10), buy your roundtrip ticket ($45) and get ready to spend a delightful day in a genteel setting off the coast of Massachusetts. Only one carry-on per person; other items you take have a small fee and are placed in a holding area for the trip across the bay. Dog on leash is free! The trip is about an hour; check their online schedule; our trip left New Bedford at 9 am; the return left Cuttyhunk at 4 pm. Once underway, the small kitchen opens up; get a breakfast egg/bacon/muffin sandwich; variety of cookies; four flavors of smoothies! You can make an online reservation, which is advisable if you are traveling on peak days (like July 4). Remember to bring lots of sunscreen, hat, and other ways to shield you from the sun. There is no shade on the pier while you wait to board. The ferry company staff are pleasant and make quick work of loading and unloading at each port. When the ship arrives at Cuttyhunk, many of the locals will be on shore, waving at you as you dock. Local residents get around by walking, biking, or on golf carts; wear your walking shoes. It is a short walk up hill to the main part of this lovely village. Depending on the season, you may find one or two establishments open for food or other shopping. Visit their little museum, school house, or relax on the beach.Visitors on July 4 will be treated to a parade - red/white/blue decorated golf carts circle the town - while small children wait for candy to be thrown to them from the vehicles! Parade ends at the top of the hill, where the local summer minister offers a quick prayer and the children sing a chorus or two of a patriotic song.When it is time to leave, the town will once again wave you off; some will also jump off the dock to celebrate your visit!

I have been traveling to Cutty since before I could walk. My family (to this day) travels to the island pretty much every weekend in the summer. There really isn't much on the island, and things have changed a lot over the years, but it still maintains it beauty and solitude. I was married on the island back in 2010 and it was amazing. I relied heavily on the Cuttyhunk Ferry Co. not only for my guests and band, but for the tent and equipment etc. Jono and his wife and their crew were nothing short of wonderful. Do yourself a favor and take the ferry over for the day, bring a bike and a swimsuit and camera and relax. It is by far one of my most favorite places in the world.

Here's something different: take the ferry from New Bedford to the sparsely populated Cuttyhunk Island. The boat is captained and crewed by a veteran sea captain, who makes the trip year round. Ride takes about one hour to cover the 9+ miles. The island features lots of walking trails, some paved, some dirt. In season, you can stop at the food carts near the harbor. Sit on the beach for a spell. Wonder at how the year-rounders thrive being so far from the mainland.

We really enjoyed the day on Cuttyhunk, but there are no vehicles of any sort to rent (not a golf cart or a bike), so everyone in your party should be able to walk around the island. Bring sandwiches and enjoy a picnic near the museum or hike on up to the top of the hill and enjoy the view.

The ferry is fine but the review is really about Cuttyhunk as a day trip destination. It is a great one, if you are not starting too far from New Bedford. The island is small, we were able to see almost all the accesible parts, and beautiful. Mostly protected so relatively undeveloped, much less people and traffic than Block Island. No cars and no restaraunts after labor day. In fact not much of anything but a beautiful small island. Lovely brackish pond at western end with an oyster farming operation and the Gosnold Monument on an islet. Neat WWII bunkers at the highest point with 360 degree sweeping views of the Vineyard, Block and the coast. Without a bike it would be hard to see the whole place in the 6 or 7 hours between ferry arrival & departure. I think that earlier in the season the place may be overrun with passengers from the many boats that visit the great harbor but by Labor Day they were at a minimum. Most of those folks likely hang around near the harbor anyway, another great reason to take a bike. We did check out the Fishing Club, one of two daily lodging options. It was simple, spartan and charming. Accept the limitations of an island inn and take a break. If you do an overnight be aware that you need to take food out with you.

Cuttyhunk is a lesser known Elizabeth Island , in the same chain of islands as Martha's Vineyard and Nantucket. Cuttyhunk has a quiet, isolated, beautiful, ocean environment, perfect for getting in touch with yourself and your family for the day. On the island you'll find a general store , a hotel , an ice cream shop and a fish market at the town dock. The pace on the island is slow and you'll feel as if you have somehow stepped back in time. The population increases during the summer months. July 4th is a fun day to experience Cuttyhunk and enjoy the Independence day golf cart parade. Don't miss the Cuttyhunk Historical society to learn more about Gosnold and the history of the island. The daily ferry departs from New Bedford and you will enjoy seeing the activity when the ferry docks in Cuttyhunk. Small island, not big enough for biking but perfect for walking. Daily ferry service is excellent, offers snacks and beverages onboard. Highly recommended as a fabulous ferry trip. Easy access and parking at State Pier in New Bedfor.