Isles of Shoals, Archipelago of nine islands in Gulf of Maine, United States
The Isles of Shoals stretch across six miles of ocean, featuring rocky shores and abundant marine life along the New Hampshire and Maine border.
European fishermen established stations on these islands in 1623, long before permanent settlements appeared on the mainland North American coast.
The islands emerged as a notable summer retreat in the 1800s, attracting numerous writers and artists who gathered at the Oceanic Hotel.
Visitors can reach the islands through ferry services departing from Portsmouth, New Hampshire, with regular trips scheduled during summer months.
Marine research stations on the islands have conducted continuous scientific studies since 1928, examining local ocean ecosystems and marine species.
Location: Rockingham County
Location: York County
GPS coordinates: 42.98648,-70.61199
Latest update: June 3, 2025 22:05
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