Halibut Point State Park

Halibut Point State Park is a nature reserve on the Atlantic coast featuring steep granite cliffs where former quarry sites, tidal pools, and walking trails connect throughout the grounds. The landscape combines exposed rock faces with coastal plants and opens to ocean views from multiple vantage points.

The site served as a major granite quarry beginning in the 1800s until extraction stopped in the late 1920s. During World War II, military personnel installed an observation tower on the grounds to watch for enemy naval activity.

The name Halibut Point comes from the granite promontory's shape and maritime heritage. Visitors encounter remnants of quarrying throughout the landscape, which continues to define how people experience this coastal space.

The grounds are accessible to walk with moderate effort; wear sturdy shoes with good grip, especially near rock edges and in wet conditions. Visitors should prepare for strong winds at the exposed cliffs and understand that ocean views depend on weather conditions.

On clear days, visitors can see across the water to Mount Agamenticus in Maine and the Isles of Shoals off New Hampshire. These distant mountain outlines offer a surprising view that many visitors initially miss when exploring the local granite formations.

Location: Rockport

GPS coordinates: 42.68916,-70.63288

Latest update: December 8, 2025 13:43