Located in 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…
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Open daily · Opens at 6:00AM
$25.00
Entrance - Private Vehicle
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The summary above covers timing and highlights. These go deeper on reservations, crowds, and logistics — check Permits for live updates.
TrailVerse lists 2 reservation types on the Permits tab, including CAPE COD NATIONAL SEASHORE RANGER-GUIDED PROGRAMS and Kayak Trip: Evening on Gull Pond, Wellfleet. Recreation.gov listings can change seasonally — confirm current rules before you set dates.