Visiting the beach to watch the sunrise over the Atlantic Ocean is a beautiful experience.
Cape Cod National Seashore
National Seashore · MA
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.
Park report
Fee: Entrance - Private Vehicle
How this is rated
Good: free · Fair: ≤$20 · Low: >$20$25
Fee: Entrance - Motorcycle
How this is rated
Good: free · Fair: ≤$20 · Low: >$20$20
Fee: Entrance - Per Person
How this is rated
Good: free · Fair: ≤$20 · Low: >$20$15
Current Alerts
How this is rated
Good: no active alerts or closuresNo active alerts
Visitor Centers
Good2 visitor centers
Activities Available
How this is rated
Good: many activities available33 activities
Park Name
InfoCape Cod National Seashore
Designation
InfoNational Seashore
State(s)
InfoMA
Phone
Info508-255-3421
caco_information@nps.gov
Pass: Annual Entrance - Park
Info$60
Operating Hours
InfoBeaches, parking areas, and trails are open year-round between 6 am and midnight.
Campgrounds
InfoNo campgrounds listed
Visitor Center: Province Lands Visitor Center
InfoSee park for hours
Visitor Center: Salt Pond Visitor Center
InfoSee park for hours
Themes & Topics
InfoArts, Painting, Poetry and Literature + 29 more
Weather Info
InfoCape 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 cle
Getting There
InfoThe national seashore is located in eastern Massachusetts on Cape Cod and is accessed via Route 6. The park is 20 miles east of Hyannis, MA.
Location
Info41.9238° N, -70.0432° W
Data from official federal recreation records. Updated periodically. Park conditions change — always verify with the park before visiting. Verify on official park website