Overview
About Cape Cod National Seashore.
The great Outer Beach described by Thoreau in the 1800s is protected within the national seashore. Forty miles of pristine sandy beach, marshes, ponds, and uplands support diverse species. Lighthouses, cultural landscapes, and wild cranberry bogs offer a glimpse of Cape Cod's past and continuing ways of life. Swimming beaches and walking and biking trails beckon today's visitors.
Weather
Cape Cod's weather is generally moderated by its proximity to the ocean. Winter is typically cold with some snow. Spring is often rainy. Summer is usually warm and humid. Fall is generally dry and clear.
Entrance Fees
Pass is for one private, non-commercial vehicle — passenger cars, pickup trucks, RVs and vans.
Admits up to 2 private, non-commercial motorcycles with up to 4 total passengers.
Pass is for one person 16 years of age or older — entering on foot or by bicycle.
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Things to do
Discover Cape Cod National Seashore.
Become a Cape Cod Junior Ranger
Visit Cape Cod National Seashore and become a Junior Ranger!
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Bike the Nauset Bike Trail
30-60 MinutesGet ready to explore! The Nauset Bike Trail offers a variety of environments to explore along nearly 2 miles of paved trail. Explore wooded ponds and sandy beaches!
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Bike the Province Lands Bike Trail
1-2 HoursGet ready to explore! The Province Lands Bike Trail offers a variety of environments to explore along over 7 miles of paved trail. Explore rolling dunes, wooded ponds, and sandy beaches!
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Grab a Bite at the Herring Cove Snack Bar
Herring Cove Snack Bar is a food and beverage service located at Herring Cove Beach in Provincetown. This is a vintage beach food concession facility that offers lunch and other beach snacks, Memorial Day through Labor Day.
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Head of the Meadow Bike Trail
30-60 MinutesGet ready to explore! Enjoy a calm bike ride along berry bushes and trees.
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Hike the Atlantic White Cedar Swamp Trail
30-60 MinutesFind your trail to explore at Cape Cod National Seashore! One of eleven trails in the park is the Atlantic White Cedar Swamp, a 1.2-mile loop trail in Wellfleet, Massachusetts.
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Hike the Beech Forest Trail
30-60 MinutesFind your trail to explore at Cape Cod National Seashore! One of eleven trails in the park is the Beech Forest Trail, a 1-mile loop trail in Provincetown, Massachusetts.
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Hike the Buttonbush Trail
10-20 MinutesFind your trail to explore at Cape Cod National Seashore! One of eleven trails in the park is the Buttonbrush trail, a 0.3-mile loop trail that begins at the Salt Pond Visitor Center.
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Hike the Doane Trail
30-60 MinutesFind your trail to explore at Cape Cod National Seashore! One of eleven trails in the park is the Doane Trail, a 0.6-mile loop trail that begins at Doane Rock in Eastham.
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