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Isles of Shoals, Portsmouth

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The Isles of Shoals are a group of small islands and tidal ledges situated approximately 6 miles (10 km) off the east coast of the United States, straddling the border of the states of Maine and New Hampshire.

They have been occupied for more than 400 years, first by fishing communities and more recently as the site of private homes, a large seasonal hotel and a marine research facility.

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  • I enjoyed everything about the boat trip to the Isles if Shoals, especially the history of the islands as narrated on board by our tour guide. It’s a small island, plan on a 25 minutes long walk... 
    I enjoyed everything about the boat trip to the Isles if Shoals, especially the history of the islands as narrated on board by our tour guide. It’s a small island, plan on a 25 minutes long walk...  more »
  • Went out to Star Island. On the way out many of the othe isles visible, especially appledore and smuttynose. Had a nice walk around the island seeing many birds, a garter snake and items of interest.....  more
    Went out to Star Island. On the way out many of the othe isles visible, especially appledore and smuttynose. Had a nice walk around the island seeing many birds, a garter snake and items of interest.....  more »
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  • It's such a beautiful ride out. gets a little cold on the way out but the view of the ocean is worth it. you learn a little bit about the islands the history when taking the boat ride, there's tours you can take when visiting and you can also can stay there on the island which I've never done. I really enjoy all of the old buildings and all of the nature surrounding it!🌱🌿
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