A 91.1-acre Martha's Vineyard Land Bank preserve at the southeastern tip of Great Neck, on the historic site of Flat Point Farm, with a nearly two-mile trail along Short Cove and the Tisbury Great Pond shoreline.
What to expect
Trails
Nearly two-mile loop from the Tiah's Cove Road trailhead, along the pastures, beside the cove, along the great pond, and back; universal-access trail follows…
Hours
Open daily sunrise to sundown, except during hunting season
Accessibility
Listed as a universal-access property: park at the universal-access trailhead at the end of the access road (marked as a dashed yellow line on the property map) and follow the trail along the cove. Moderate difficulty rating.
Cross-Country Skiing
Allowed
Managed by
Martha's Vineyard Land Bank Commission
508-627-7141 · WebsiteCommon questions
How long is the walk at Short Cove Preserve?
Plan for nearly two miles round trip if you follow the full loop from the trailhead, along the pastures, beside the cove, and along the great pond.
Is Short Cove Preserve wheelchair accessible?
Partially. There's a dedicated universal-access trailhead and a moderate-difficulty trail along the cove, separate from the longer loop trail.
Is there an entry fee at Short Cove Preserve?
No, entry is free.
Can I bring my dog to Short Cove Preserve?
Leashed year round
Is Short Cove Preserve wheelchair accessible?
Listed as a universal-access property: park at the universal-access trailhead at the end of the access road (marked as a dashed yellow line on the property map) and follow the trail along the cove. Moderate difficulty rating.
What rules should I know at Short Cove Preserve?
Campfires and bonfires are not allowed anywhere on Land Bank properties.