Leinster and Francis

[luvstjohn]

I have been reading Feet, Fins and Four Wheeler and I was wondering how long the hike is to Leinster and Francis? How is it compared to the walk at Salt Pond? Any input is helpful. Thanks everyone!!

Bre

[liamsaunt]

Francis is not much of a walk at all. There are about 6 parking spots that are adjacent to the beach. Otherwise it is a short walk on a raised wooden boardwalk to the far end of the beach.

Leinster is about 1/2 mile, but pretty flat, and shaded most of the way. When we were down in February, John and I noticed that the old shoreside path had been regraded somehow--there is less walking over rocks, and parts of the path seemed to be at a higher level than we remembered from previous visits. Whatever changes were made resulted in a much easier walk out to the bay (not that it was hard to beginwith).

Of the three I dislike the Salt Pond walk of woe the most since it is exposed to the sun and a somewhat steep uphill walk.

[chrisn]

The walk down to Salt Pond is ok, That walk back uphill in the blazing sun does me in every time.

[luvstjohn]

But is the snorkel worth it? Ive heard mixed reviews.....

[EagleRayLover]

I like the snorkeling at Salt Pond quite a bit, but every time is different. we have seen several turtles,rays, and a whole array of fish there. We also enjoy going to Blue Cobblestone and snorkeling there.( you go past Salt Pond as if you were going to Ram Head.)