Explore New Hampshire's Rocky Coastline
Rye, New Hampshire, offers one of the most scenic and peaceful stretches of coastline along the New Hampshire Seacoast. Known for its rocky shoreline, quiet beaches, and beautiful ocean views, Rye provides a relaxing coastal escape just minutes from Portsmouth. Rye's history stretches back to 1623, when a small group of English fishermen led by David Thompson settled at what is now Odiorne Point, marking the first permanent European settlement in New Hampshire. The town's eight miles of coastline, the longest of any town in the state, is shaped by curving beaches that made Rye a well known summer resort destination by the Victorian era. This is a perfect destination for travelers hoping to e
