Whales Beach – Castle Rock Park loop from Swampscott

Whales Beach – Castle Rock Park loop from Swampscott

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(3916)

8,190

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Whales Beach – Castle Rock Park loop from Swampscott

01:03

24.2km

130m

Road cycling

Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 29, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment that goes up or down a series of steps

You may need to carry your bike.

After 108 m for 5 m

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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2.36 km

Whales Beach

Highlight • Beach

Whales Beach is also known as Eisman's Breach. It's a large sandy beach, great for swimming (when it's warm enough) and has a seasonal lifeguard.

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6.30 km

Palmer Pond and Phillips Beach

Highlight • Beach

13.0 km

Castle Rock Park

Highlight • Viewpoint

Castle Rock Park spans 1.2 acres of coastal landscape and is named after a nearby castle-like private home. From the granite ledges, there are great Atlantic views. This park is …

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13.8 km

Marblehead Lighthouse at Chandler Hovey Park

Highlight • Monument

Located in Chandler Hovey Park, this 105-foot cast-iron lighthouse, active since 1896, remains in use by the Coast Guard for navigation. The historical significance, coupled with panoramic views of the water, makes it a worthwhile stop.

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13.8 km

Marblehead Light

Highlight • Monument

The skeletal structure of Marblehead Light has overlooked the coast since 1895, when it replaced the original 1835 tower. The light is the only of its kind in New England and is listed in the National Register of Historic Places.

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