Rowley, Massachusetts

Discover Rowley, Massachusetts, in your RV rental from RVshare! The town of Rowley is located in Essex County and 32 miles north of Boston. It is a small town populated by a few thousand residents. It is a town that exudes the American spirit as the town played a very significant role in the history of Massachusetts and the country as well.  It was in 1642, that a keystone arch bridge and a dam were built on the Mill River the first in the colonies. The bridge is known as the first stone arch bridge in country and constructed entirely of hand-chiseled granite. In 1775 during the American Revolution, Benedict Arnold used the town as a training place and a campground for his expedition to Quebec. Its rich culture and history is reflected by the colonial homes that are lined up in its streets, reflecting the variety of architectural styles throughout history.

The town of Rowley is not known as a vacation hotspot but if you are driving to Boston, Salem, Ipswich or Newbury, it is recommended that you stay for a few days and explore the town. We have a list of attractions in Rowley which we think you might want to check out.

We hope you enjoy yourRV rental Rowley MA!

Popular Tourist Attractions

Mill River Winery

A lovely winery located on a 3.3 acre picturesque area of Rowley, the Mill River Winery will surprise you with its variety of wines that are flavorful and aromatic. You have to savor their special wines such as the Barrel Fermented Chardonnay handcrafted using traditional methods and French Oak which will make you want to drink the entire bottle; the Plum Island Red Wine, a blend of light tannins and crisp berry fruit; and the naked chardonnay, cold-fermented in 100% stainless steel tanks with aromas of pears and lemon zest. You can take a tour of the vineyard and enjoy wine sampling in the taste room, which is also where you can buy a bottle or two. It is recommended that you call to find out their schedule for the season before showing up in your RV rental Rowley Massachusetts.

Rough Meadows Wildlife Sanctuary

A permanent part of the town’s open space heritage, Rough Meadows Wildlife Sanctuary is a very interesting place to visit especially if you love the outdoors. It supports an extensive variety of plants and animals. The Rough Meadows Wildlife Sanctuary consists of 265 acres of fantastic coastal oak woodlands, tidal creeks, salt marshes and salt pools. It also connects approximately 8,000 acres of protected land and wildlife habitat within the Great Marsh Ecosystem, the largest salt marsh ecosystem in New England.  You can enjoy numerous outdoor activities such as hiking, photography, studying nature, bird watching and picnicking within the area.

Platts Bradstreet House / Rowley Historical Society

Platts Bradstreet House is the home of the Rowley Historical Society which aims to preserve artifacts, documents and memorabilia related to the history of the town. If you want to delve into learning more about the town and its people, this is the place to go. The house itself is a landmark which was built in 1677 and one of the six known 17th century houses in Rowley. The house features fireplaces and oaken beams and posts which is rare for a house that old. Functions and events are held in the house, and visitors of Rowley are encouraged to visit and take a tour of the house.

Campgrounds and State/National Parks

Beach Rose RV Park

Located about 11 miles from Rowley and just a mile from to the Atlantic Seacoast, the Beach Rose RV Park is a great choice if you want to explore the towns of Rowley and Salisbury, and enjoy a day in the beach too. It has 50 shaded paved full hookup sites with room for slideouts. Amenities and services include wi-fi internet access, heated pool, game room, recreational hall, horseshoes, laundry facilities, restrooms and showers, RV storage, and a control access gate. Beach Rose RV Park’s season is from April 1 to November 15 for your camper rental Rowley MA.

Rusnik Family Campground

Located in the town of Salisbury, a few minutes from Rowley, the Rusnik Campground is a family owned and operated campground that was established in 1977. If you are a beach lover, you will enjoy the location of the campground as it is just 3 miles to Salisbury Beach and 4 miles to Hampton Beach. The campground has 150 RV sites, some of which are shaded full hookup sites with room for slideouts. Amenities and services include a swimming pool, playground, recreation room, miniature golf, picnic tables and fire rings, laundry facilities, camp store, restroom and showers, and an area where you can play volleyball, basketball and softball. Rusnik Family Campground’s season is from May 15 to October 15 for your travel trailer rental Rowley MA.

Cape Ann Camp Site

Cape Ann Camp Site is located in the city of Gloucester approximately 15 miles from the town of Rowley. Nestled in a wooded hillside overlooking salt water inlets, the camp site is ideal for RVers who want to be close to nature yet near enough the city. It has 190 available sites, 45 of which are shaded full hookups with room for slideouts. Amenities and services include wi-fi hotspots, convenience store, restrooms and showers, and RV supplies. Although its doe not have much in terms of recreational facilities, numerous attractions are nearby which can easily fill up your days. Cape Ann Camp Site’s season is from May 15 to October 15 for your motorhome rental Rowley MA.

Events

Todd Flea Farm Market

Rowley is a place to shop for unique items and the best place to shop, dine and enjoy numerous activities would be at the Todd Flea Farm Market, an outdoor award-winning Sunday morning flea market. It has been a New England tradition for more than 40 years and has drawn in hundreds of people from Rowley’s surrounding towns and cities. A delight for bargain and collectible hunters, the flea market items range from vintage clothing to fine china. People who are not into shopping and are just browsing around will find themselves buying stuffs that are just too adorable not to buy! Todd Flea Farm Market is a shopping event held every Sunday from April to October and is a place you must experience when you rent RV Rowley MA.

Festivals 

Topsfield Strawberry Festival

If you are in the area of Rowley on a second Saturday of June, why not check out the Topsfield Strawberry Festival held in the town of Topsfield about 8 miles from Rowley. It is a fun-filled annual event which features anything and everything strawberry! If you love strawberries then you are in for a treat! You will find bowls and bowls of fresh strawberries and shortcakes prepared by volunteers. The festival showcases more than 70 artisans, live entertainment, and activities for the kids. Join the fun and enjoy the strawberries at the Topsfield Strawberry Festival.

The town of Rowley will appeal to RVers who love learning about small towns and their significance in the history of the country. Rowley will not disappoint, it is proud of its contribution and place in the history of the nation. It is a small town that exemplifies American spirit and spunk. Don’t forget to explore Rowley if you take a trip to Massachusetts.

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