Martha’s Vineyard has a few Oversand Permits. Cape Poge and Leland Beach, All Over and Norton Point Town Permit. Each provides unprecedented access to the Vineyard’s famous sandy New England coastline. 

North Point Town Permit

Purchased through the town website, the Norton Point beach sticker provides beach driving access to the Island’s South Shore in Edgartown. The gatehouse and sticker pick-up is located at 555 Katama Rd in Edgartown.

Oversand beach driving on Norton Point, located on Martha’s Vineyard, offers a unique and thrilling way to explore the island’s stunning coastal scenery. Spanning approximately two and a half miles, Norton Point Beach is a dynamic barrier beach connecting Edgartown and Katama to Chappaquiddick Island. To drive on this stretch of beach, you will need a four-wheel-drive (4WD) vehicle equipped with low-pressure tires to navigate the soft, sandy terrain effectively. It is essential to lower the tire pressure to around 15-20 PSI to prevent getting stuck and to reduce the impact on the sand.

Driving along Norton Point Beach allows visitors to immerse themselves in the island’s natural beauty, characterized by rolling dunes, pristine sandy shores, and expansive views of the Atlantic Ocean and Katama Bay. The area is a haven for wildlife enthusiasts, as it is home to various bird species, including piping plovers and terns, especially during the nesting season. The beach also offers excellent opportunities for surfcasting, shell collecting, and enjoying the serene, unspoiled landscape. Whether you are an avid angler or simply seeking a peaceful spot to relax and take in the breathtaking coastal views, Norton Point Beach provides a memorable and picturesque experience.

Cape Poge and Leland Beach + All Over Trustees Passes 

The Trustees offer two different Oversand passes for Martha’s Vineyard beachgoers. The first is the Cape Poge and Leland Beach Pass which grants access to all of the Oversand Driving on Chappaquiddick. The ‘All Over’ pass includes everything you get in the Cape Poge and Leland pass plus free parking to other trustees properties at Wasque and Long Point Wildlife Refuge.

Learn more about what it’s like to drive on Cape Poge + Leland Beach here.

Purchase Online

Both the Cape Pogue and ‘All Over’ Permits can be purchased online at the Trustees website. First navigate to the ‘Permits’ button. From there you will be presented with a calendar, selecting which day you are likely to arrive at the Mytoi Gatehouse (41 Dike Road in Edgartown). From there, add either the Cape Poge or ‘All Over’ Permit for either an On-Island (Martha’s Vineyard Resident) or Off-Island vehicle to your order and checkout. You will pick up your desired Permit at the Mytoi Gatehouse on Chappaquiddick. 

Purchase at the Trustees Mytoi Gatehouse (41 Dike Road in Edgartown)

Once you have arrived with your vehicle at the Mytoi Gatehouse, there is an attendant and a QR code to scan and purchase your permit via smartphone. The Trustees attendants are always happy to help with permit selection and are there to answer any questions. Once purchased you will show the attendent your proof-of-purchase.

Getting to the Mytoi Gatehouse (41 Dike Rd in Edgartown)

The Mytoi Gatehouse and Chappy beach driving are technically on another Island. In order to get over to Chappaquiddick you and your vehicle will use the Iconic Chappy Ferry (53 Daggett Ave, Edgartown, MA). During busy summer days the ferry usually has a queue running up Daggett street (see screenshot below for the Queue map). There are plenty of signs posted around town, on where to go to start queuing for the ferry. At the ferry, users can either use the kiosk at the dock or pay in cash onboard for ferry fare. A note from the author, carry some cash. It makes the whole process more seamless. Once on the ferry the attendant will come to the driver window and ask for fare. The Ferry is $15 for a round trip. Once paid, the attendant will give you a laminated ticket, which you will exchange for your ride back to Edgartown. After a short ride across the harbor, drive straight roughly 2.5 miles to the Gatehouse.