Take a Trip with Rideaway Adventures!

Rideaway Adventures is one of the Cape’s most exciting providers of fun and adventure. Their two Upper Cape locations in Mashpee and Sandwich offer the perfect launching zone to explore the Cape’s natural world by kayak, paddle board, or bike.

We visited Rideaway’s Mashpee location on a hot morning in July. Concerns about the heat only lasted until strolling down to the launch point on Popponesset Bay, where we were met with beautiful scenery and a perfect breeze. After watching a few groups head out in kayaks and paddle boards, traveling towards the “spit”— a sprawling sandbar that separates the bay from the waters of Nantucket Sound— we caught up with Rideaway’s owner, Mike.

Mike is passionate about adventure and exploration, and Rideaway’s mission reflects this. Operating with a goal to get people outside and immersed in the beauty of the Cape’s waterways, Rideaway delivers with kayak, paddleboard, and bike rentals in stunning locations, plus curated tours that offer truly unique and memorable experiences. Their staff and tour guides are ACA certified, knowledgeable, and passionate about what they do. They are clearly in love with their jobs and psyched at any chance to share their favorite waterways with visitors. While they encourage folks to rent equipment and explore on their own, their informative and well-crafted tours should not be missed.

From their Mashpee location, take a Sunset Kayak Tour to experience a stunning Cape Cod sunset in Ockway Bay. The tour begins with an easy paddle around Popponesset Island before heading out to the “Spit.” You’ll learn about the barrier beach as well as the marine and birdlife that calls Popponesset Bay home. From there you’ll travel to the mouth of Ockway Bay to view the sunset on the still waters of the bay. Sitting on a quiet kayak in the middle of a peaceful bay is arguably one of the best ways to enjoy a Cape Cod sunset.

If you’re really feeling adventurous, plan ahead and save a spot on their Full Moon Adventure Tour. Coinciding with each month’s full moon, these tours only occur a handful of times each summer so we recommend making a reservation. Geared up with headlamps and glow sticks, you’ll start this tour with an amazing sunset before heading off into the night to explore Popponesset Bay under the moonlight. There is a kayak and paddle board options for both the Sunset and Full Moon Adventure Tour.

Rideaway Adventures Sandwich location sits on Scorton Creek, a beautiful tidal flat that runs off of Cape Cod Bay at East Sandwich Beach. The creek’s slow-moving current, changing tides, and lush vegetation causes the scenery to completely change over a six-hour stretch. The coastal wildlife present in this tidal flat makes every expedition unique and exciting.

Their Lazy River Nature Tour is the perfect option for those looking for a relaxing kayak trip. On this tour, you’ll explore Scorton Creek just before high tide. The creek’s current will do the heavy lifting while you take in the wildlife and landscape. Since you’re never more than 10 feet from land, this tour is a great option for kids and anyone who wants to ease into water sports.

Those looking for a bit more of an adventure on should sign up for the Cape Cod Explorer tour. This adventure will always be different, as their ACA certified guides choose the best route around the creek depending on the current, wind, and tides. This adventure has a bit of everything. You’ll navigate through intricate marsh branches, through stunning coastal landscapes.

If you’re looking to stay land-bound, both their Mashpee and Sandwich locations offer bike rentals. At their Mashpee location, you can pick up your rental, or ride out and spend a few hours enjoying the “New Seabury” scenery that offers neighborhood style sidewalks and streets with water views. From Sandwich, you can pick up your rental or they can stage your bikes at the Canal Bike Path. Due to bike shortages, this year they have limited online booking to 5 days out. Call ahead of time to check availability.

We always recommend getting outside and enjoying Cape Cod’s natural beauty, but that advice is even more relevant this summer. Whether you rent equipment or embark on a kayak or paddleboard tour, Rideaway Adventures offers the perfect chance to breathe in the fresh air and enjoy off the beaten path waterways.

Check out Rideaway Adventure’s website for more information about their rentals, tours, and a full list of their offerings. They also offer private tours. Call them at 508-247-0827 for same-day bookings.

Rideaway Adventures Sandwich: 449 MA-6A, East Sandwich, MA 02537

Rideaway Aventures Mashpee: 259 Shore Drive Mashpee, MA 02649

Stroll and Shop on Main St. Hyannis

If Cape Cod were to have a downtown, it would have to be Main Street Hyannis. Main Street has seen a rebirth over the past few years with millions of dollars having been spent to provide pedestrian-friendly sidewalks and crosswalks. Seasonal decor lends a festive atmosphere, particularly during the tourist season when the street often takes on the vibe of a good street fair. Within a few short blocks, you’ll find about 150 locally-owned shops and galleries plus approximately 40 restaurants and cafés featuring a broad range of cuisines. Many eateries feature outdoor café style dining.

Park free in any number of large parking lots located behind the stores and stroll the street’s several blocks. For friendly advice and a wealth of printed materials, check out the Visitor Information Center run by the Hyannis Area Chamber of Commerce at 397 Main Street. Here you’ll also find the John F. Kennedy Hyannis Museum, dedicated to preserving the memories of JFK and his family and their days spent on Cape Cod. The museum is a multimedia exhibit designed to reflect the man, his family, his friends and the Cape Cod he so dearly loved, offering a rare glimpse into the private and peaceful life of the country’s 35th president.

You can certainly make a day of it here. Once you’ve exhausted Main Street itself, there are side streets to explore at the north end, take the Walkway to the Sea which will lead you to the Cape Cod Maritime Museum and beyond to the Ocean Street Docks where the ferry boats to the islands are located along with charter boats, shops, restaurants and art exhibits.

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Spend the Day in Orleans

Explore Orleans

The hub of the Lower Cape, Orleans is a meeting place for many locals, who come from surrounding towns to shop, have coffee or dine. If you live around here, you’re bound to run into someone you know while having coffee, walking down Main Street, or grocery shopping – the town is home to two large supermarkets on either end, plus a friendly market right in town.

In the same direction, it’s a short drive or bike ride to East Orleans, where shops cluster around the post office; keep going and you’ll come to Nauset Beach, with its wide, sloping swath of white sand and crashing waves. It’s an inspiring place to stroll in the evening when the crowds are gone.

On the other end of town is Rock Harbor on Cape Cod Bay, where charter fishing boats keep busy all summer taking folks out for a taste of deep sea fishing. Also on the bay is Skaket Beach.

Orleans has plenty of cultural activity, including the French Cable Station Museum, which was the terminus for the first transatlantic cable between the U.S. and France. It’s only one of the town’s French connections, the other being its name. Beer lovers take notice—— there is a new brewery in town, and it is all the buzz. If you are a craft beer fan be sure to stop by Hog Island Beer Co. on West Road located behind the Jailhouse Tavern. The brewery has a pub and outdoor patio seating.

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Get Lost in Provincetown

Get Lost on the Tip of the Cape

On the very tip of Cape Cod, Provincetown is a unique blend of old-fashioned fishing village and hip arts community. Its narrow streets are lined with charming old homes and its main thoroughfare, Commercial Street is filled with unique shops, top-notch art galleries and inviting restaurants. It’s a great place to spend a day because there’s so much to do. Provincetown was selected by the National Historical Society as one of the top 12 historic places in the country. While Provincetown is known for its vibrant downtown and arts scene, there are also incredible natural landscapes to explore.

Explore Long Point:

At the tip of Cape Cod, Long Point is the perfect location if you’re looking to get away from it all. This rugged landscape features breathtaking views of Provincetown from across the harbor, plus the awe-inspiring sight of the expansive blue Atlantic. This protected land is teeming with wildlife, from a wide variety of birds to fish, starfish, and other sea creatures. Long Point Lighthouse is one of the main features of this area. This picturesque old lighthouse is tucked behind grassy dunes, overlooking Long Point Beach. Spend the day swimming, exploring, and bathing in the warm summer sun to get the most out of this unique spot; you’ll feel like you’re at the end of the Earth. 

Ride the Long Point Shuttle from Flyer’s Boat Rentals

During peak season, the Long Point Shuttle leaves from MacMillian Pier every hour. The shuttle also stops for pick-ups at the Boatyard dock in the West End at ten past the hour. Take the shuttle in the morning to spend the entire day on Long Point. You can also rent a boat from Flyers Boat Rentals to cruise around Provincetown Harbor on your way to Long Point.

Walk the Causeway

If you’re feeling adventurous, embark on the 6-mile loop across the Provincetown Causeway (a long jetty) to get to Long Point Light and back to Commercial Street. The trail begins at Pilgrims Landing at the end of Commercial Street. Make sure to time your trip around the low tide, as the causeway is not accessible during high tide. There is no shade, so pack water and snacks. The 1.25-mile jetty can get congested during peak season; we recommend bringing a mask in case passing other hikers at a safe distance is impossible. 

Hike along the Beach 

If you want to make a day out of it, embark on the 8-mile loop that starts in the far end of the South Parking Lot at Herring Cove Beach. At first, you’ll walk through vegetation, but the path turns into beach pretty quickly. We recommend packing food and plenty of water and making a day out of it. The trail passes by the Wood End Lighthouse at mile 2, and you’ll get to Long Point Light at mile 4. 

Bike the Province Lands Trail:

A great way to enjoy Provincetown's natural environment is to rent a bike for the day at one of the many local bike shops. While there are many places in Provincetown to explore by bike, we recommend the stunning Province Lands Bike Trail. This 5-mile intermediate loop navigates around the Province Lands, passing pine forests, sandy dunes, ocean, and cranberry bogs, with access points at Race Point Beach, Herring Cove Beach, the Province Lands Visitor Center, and the Beech Forest Parking Lot. 

Start at the Province Lands Visitors Center. Turn left on the trail and travel 1 mile to Race Point Beach. At Race Point, stretch your legs, admire the ocean, and check out the Life-Saving Station nestled in the dunes. From there, continue to the main loop of the trail. You'll pass large dunes, oak trees, and a sweeping view of the ocean on the right. In about 3 miles, you'll reach the Herring Cove Beach spur, an extension of the Province Lands trail that adds two miles (round trip) onto the loop. If you've brought food with you, Herring Cove is a beautiful place to enjoy lunch and rest on the beach. There is signage to direct you to Herring Cove if you so choose. One mile after crossing Province Lands Road, you'll turn right to pass through a tunnel. Stay on that road to get to the beach.

Otherwise, stay on the main loop to head toward Bennett Pond. Here, sandy dunes fade into pine forests. This stretch of trail is peaceful and void of the sound of traffic. Riders will pass a lush forested landscape as well as cranberry bogs. The Beech Forest Parking lot and picnic area offer views of Blackwater Pond. Those who love to hike will want to return later to wander along the Beech Forest Trail, an excellent place for bird watching. The final mile of the Province Lands Trail features a hilly section. Beginner riders may choose to walk their bike up the steeper hills in this section. When you return to the Visitors Center, take the time to learn about the history and natural environment of the area you just explored. This summer, park rangers are staffing outdoor information stations and providing short orientation talks. Remember to wear a helmet and ride with care through the sandy sections of the trail. Follow state guidelines by social distancing and bring your mask in case there are many people on the trail. 

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Farmer's Markets

A look at the Summer’s Best Farmer’s Markets

Every region of the Cape features a vibrant Farmer’s Market. This summer, all are in operation. Many are still holding in-person shopping experiences with safety measures in place, while others have switched to curbside pick-up models. Purchasing from these outdoor markets is a great way to support local farmers and makers, all while experiencing the unique sense of community that every farmer’s market offers. 

Remember to observe social distancing guidelines, wear a mask when shopping, and check each market's website for up-to-date guidelines and procedures. Pay attention to signs that indicate directional flow within the market, and avoid touching produce and items at each stand. Sampling food and eating at the markets are prohibited this year. Many find themselves cooking from home a bit often more this summer, and the use of freshly grown ingredients is a wonderful way to elevate your home-cooked meals. Cape-grown produce and freshly caught seafood are just some of the wonders to be found at your local farmer’s market.

Cape Cod has over 4000 acres of farmland.

Bass River Farmers Market

Thursdays & Saturdays, 9am-1:30pm

311 Old Main Street, South Yarmouth

www.bassriverfarmersmarket.org

Brewster

Curbside pick-up Wednesdays, 4-6pm

Order a Small or Large box in advance online:

www.brewsterhistoricalsociety.org/farmersmarket

Chatham

Tuesdays, 3-6:30pm

1652 Main St. 

Calling ahead to order is preferred

www.facebook.com/chathamfarmersmarketcapecod/

Falmouth

Thursdays, noon-5pm

180 Scranton Ave, Marine Park in Falmouth

https://falmouthfarmersmarket.com/

Harwich

Thursdays, 3-6pm

80 Parallel Street (Brooks Academy Museum grounds)

https://www.facebook.com/harwichfarmersmarket/

Sustainable Nantucket Farmers & Artisans Market

Saturdays, 8:30am-12:30pm

Entrance at Federal Street and Cambridge Street

https://www.sustainable-nantucket.org/market.html

Provincetown Farmers Market

Taylor Bray Farm, Barnstable

Orleans

Saturdays, 8am-noon

21 Old Colony Way

http://www.orleansfarmersmarket.com/

Osterville 

Fridays, 9am-1pm

155 West Bay Road (Osterville Historical Museum grounds)

Pre-order with vendors if possible 

https://www.facebook.com/OstervilleFarmersMarket/

Provincetown

Saturdays, 9-11 am

Corner of Commercial and Ryder Streets

Pre-order only

https://www.sustainablecape.org/programs/ptown-farmers-market/

Sandwich

Tuesdays, 10am-1pm 

33 Water St. (Wing School grounds)

Order ahead or in-person

https://www.facebook.com/SandwichFarmersMarket/

Truro

Mondays, 8am-noon

317 Route 6, North Truro (Truro Central School grounds)

Order ahead or in-person

https://www.sustainablecape.org/programs/truro-farmers-market/

Wellfleet

Wednesdays, 8am-noon

200 Main Street 

Order ahead or in-person

http://www.wellfleetfarmersmarket.com/

West Tisbury

Wednesdays and Saturdays, 9am-noon 

Corner of Panhandle and State Roads (Martha’s Vineyard Agricultural Society Hall grounds)

https://www.wtfmarket.org/summer2020-location-hours

Best Beaches on the Lower Cape

Watch the video to see the our favorite beaches on the Lower Cape!

Fishing on Cape Cod in August

Fishing started strong on Cape Cod this year, with a record number of fish in the Cape Cod Bay and one of the best striper seasons in years. A cold spring meant that anglers May, anglers experienced great success all over the waters of Cape Cod with large catches well into July. If you’ve heard of the August doldrums— the notorious lull in fishing action that can occur in the heat of high summer—don’t fret… they don’t seem to apply to the waters of Cape Cod. Fishing in August on the Cape can be less of a late-summer-lull, and more of an extension of July’s prosperity. Between the bays, the hundreds of kettle ponds, and that wide open Atlantic Ocean, there are fish to be caught for every kind of fisherman.

On-Shore Fishing 

The warm summer water of August mean larger fish have finally traveled far from shore to cooler depths. This makes on-shore fishing a bit more challenging, but not impossible. If you are bound to the shore, going out at night and just before dawn may be your best bet to catch large stripers. The large fish become bold in the dark, and it can pay off to scope out a location during the day and return at night to test your luck. Foggy and rainy days can also help.

August is also a great time of year to trek down to your local dock or jetty and fish for scup. Scup is a thin flat fish that can be very fun to catch and holds up well at the dinner table. You only need a light rod, or even just a dropped line with a small hook, weight and strips of squid. Because scup are active, hungry, and quick, scup fishing can be an incredibly fun activity with kids. It’s also possible to catch fluke in the same manner, though scup are more common.

Fishing in the Cape Cod Canal can be spotty, but can certainly pay off. Last August saw tons of large stripes bass in the canal and while bigger gear is needed due to the strong current, the patient fisherman may be rewarded with a large catch. The suggestion for night and early morning fishing apply here as well, and the pre-dawn and dusk hours can be the most successful for catching larger fish.

Off-Shore Fishing 

While it is possible to catch larger fluke, black sea bass and tautog by fishing on shore, you will have far more luck if you’re able to get on a boat and into cooler waters. Rocky areas can be great for sea bass and tautog. The warm waters of Nantucket Sound are home to the squid loving fluke and summer flounder. Try heading into Nantucket Sound for black sea bass, scup, fluke and bluefish. 

Speaking of bluefish, August is a great month if you’re looking for blues. Although bluefish show up in almost all of the waters around Cape Cod, they can especially be found in places where there is outflow from an estuary or salt pond. Catching bluefish can be a great introduction into sports fishing, as their aggressive nature causes them fight the line. This action also makes them great for family trips. If handled correctly, bluefish can be an excellent dinner table fish, especially when grilled or smoked. Horseshoe Shoal in Nantucket Sound is a popular location for catching blues.

Perhaps the most popular fishing in August is of large bluefin tuna’s and because you need special gear to catch these massive fish (they surpass 700 lbs), a fishing charter can be a great way to get some experience and enjoy the thrill of tuna fishing. By the end of July, recent arrivals from the waters of the south include bonito, false albacore and sometimes Spanish mackerel. These fish can be as popular to fish as bluefin tuna and because they tend to stick to areas some distance from shore, your best bet is to fish these guys from a boat. While these fish are fast and sometimes frustrating to fish, they are hugely rewarding and should be fished with light tackle. The waters of Nantucket Sound and Buzzards Bay are where you will find them.

Pond Fishing 

When the last ice age crept through Cape Cod, slow moving glaciers ground depressions into the sandy soil, creating hundreds of fresh-water kettle ponds… over 360 to be exact. These ponds may be one of Cape Cod’s best kept fishing secrets. They are stocked with brown, rainbow, brook and tiger trout, as well as small and largemouth bass. By August, the temperature of these ponds has raised and trout tend to seek the cooler depths of the pond’s center. A kayak or canoe is a great option for fishing trout in August, and is also a wonderful way to spend the day and to explore the larger ponds of Cape Cod. Additionally, night and dawn fishing in these ponds can prove incredibly successful. Brown trout are notorious nocturnal feeders. In lower light conditions, trout are not as easily spooked and they tend to creep towards the shore seeking easy meals. You can also find chain pickerel, yellow perch and sunfish in these ponds which can be caught by spinning, bait-casting or fly fishing. Pond fishing is also a great option for kids, especially those who are just starting to fish, and yellow perch can be easily caught with an old-fashioned worm-on-hook. Some great locations include the ponds of Nickerson State Park, Flax Pond, Long Pond and Higgins pond. Spectacle and Peters Pond in Sandwich are great options if you’re looking to catch large mouth bass. Night crawlers, shiners and power bait are the most recommended bait for fishing these kettle ponds.

Whether spending a morning with the kids in the harbor catching bottom fish, an afternoon seeking trout and exploring a kettle pond in a kayak, or a day on the open ocean on a fishing charter, there is a memory to be made fishing on Cape Cod. Our number one piece of advice is to stop by your local bait and tackle shop. The experts at these shops are incredibly forthcoming with tips and trends and they are always happy to share their “secret” spots and techniques.

Walking Trails of Cape Cod

During these challenging times of stay-at-home orders and social distancing, getting exercise outside can help release pent up energy, ease anxiety, improve moods, and enhance overall wellbeing. Daily nature walks are also a beneficial addition to daily homeschooling schedules and are a great activity to break up the day. Combine science class and recess by providing a chance to move around outside while observing the natural world.

 While it is possible to enjoy nature trails while social distancing, it is important that you follow the recommended guidelines. Try to stick to trails that are close to your home, and remember to stay 6 feet away from people who don’t live with you. Do your best to avoid crowded trails with full parking lots. We also recommend checking local guidelines for closures. 

Cape Cod has wonderful trails that stretch through white cedar swamps and sprawling fields, meandering around clear kettle ponds and across dramatic dunes. Take advantage of this time by respectfully exploring the natural playground of the Cape.

Here are some of the Cape’s offerings for safely getting away from it all…

Upper Cape 

Four Ponds Park and Town Forest
Barlows Landing Road, Bourne. Once part of the Pocasset Iron Works, this area of about 300 acres has trails and fishing spots. 

Nivling Alexander Reserve
Shore and Thaxter roads, Bourne. A half-mile circular trail leads through 40 acres along Red Brook Pond and cranberry bogs. 

Green Briar Nature Center
Discovery Hill Road (off Route 6A) East Sandwich. The briar patch is a 57-acre conservation area that inspired author Thornton Burgess to write his tales of the Smiling Pond, Peter Rabbit and all his friends. Take a walk on the trails to find your own inspiration.

East Sandwich Game Farm
510 Route 6A, East Sandwich. Once a working game farm owned by the state, the 133 acre farm abuts Talbot’s Point Conservation Area, creating more than 245 acres of open space for hiking, fishing, kayaking and environmental education programs by the Thornton Burgess Society, which has a cooperative management agreement with the state.

Lowell Holly Reservation 

South Sandwich Road, Mashpee

Once owned by former Harvard University president James Lowell, this 135-acre property is managed by the Trustees of Reservations is a great birding spot. A 1.5-mile trail wends through huge holly trees, beech and pine trees and rhododendron. There’s a small beach on Mashpee-Wakeby Pond. 

Mashpee River Woodlands
Quinaquisset Road, Mashpee

Accessible from Quinaquisset Road off Route 28 near the rotary, the nearly 400-acre Woodlands features eight miles of trails along the Mashpee River. 

Ashumet Holly Wildlife Sanctuary
Ashumet Road, East Falmouth

Located off Currier Road off Route 151, this 45-acre preserve is owned by the Massachusetts Audubon Society and boasts 65 varieties of holly trees, along with flowering magnolias, dogwood, rhododendron and rare wildflowers along its trails. The sanctuary offers workshops and bird walks.

Beebe WoodsDepot Avenue (past Highfield Theater), Falmouth

Given to the town by Josiah K. Lilly, this 383 tract had been slated for development before Lilly bought it to for conservation. A network of trails covers miles of varied terrain and circles a pond. 

Mid Cape

Crocker Neck Conservation Area
Santuit Road, Cotuit

These 52 wooded acres are on a peninsula created by Shoestring Bay, Popponesset Bay and Pinquickset Cove. There’s an interpretive trail and an observation deck overlooking tidal pools.

Sandy Neck Recreation Area
off Route 6A, West Barnstable

Close to 5 miles of sandy trails are bordered by wildflowers and cranberries.

West Barnstable Conservation Area
Route 149, West Barnstable

More than 1,110 acres and 15 miles of trails. Park at Popple Bottom Road. 

Hathaway Pond Recreation Area
Old Phinney’s Lane, Barnstable (near Route 132)

Oak and pine forests, two ponds, interpretive trail, picnic area. 

Long Pasture Wildlife Sanctuary

345 Bone Hill Road, Barnstable

Located just off  Route 6A, this Mass Audubon, 110-acre sanctuary is a haven for many species of wildlife, with pools, ponds, vernal pools, buttonbush swamp, salt marsh, and other habitats. The trails are easy to walk with gentle slopes along mowed grass paths ending with a spectacular view of Barnstable Harbor. Watch the sunny open meadows for many different species of butterflies and dragonflies and a resident pair of red-tailed hawks.

Botanical TrailsRoute 6A, Yarmouth Port

Behind the Historical Society of Old Yarmouth’s Kelley Chapel (next door to the post office) is a 1.5-mile trail through 60 acres of conservation and with a pond.

Indian Lands Conservation Area
Old Bass River Road, Dennis

Park at Town Hall and walk down the power line to a 2-mile wooded trail that loops along the banks of Bass River.

Crowe’s Pasture
South Street, Dennis

A new acquisition for the town, this area includes marsh, fields, ponds and beach.

LOWER Cape

Wing Island
Route 6A, Brewster

Behind the Cape Cod Museum of Natural History, a trail crosses the marsh (check the tides before you go) and through woodland before emerging on a sandy beach on Cape Cod Bay.

Punkhorn Parklands
Run Hill Road (off Stony Brook Road), Brewster

Ancient cartways, hiking and bridle paths lace this 800-acre preserve of woods, ponds and cranberry bogs.

Nickerson State Park
Route 6A, Brewster

One favorite hike in this 1,900-acre park is around Little Cliff Pond. There’s a longer trail around Big Cliff Pond, plus other trails and a bike path that connects with the Cape Cod Rail Trail.

Thompson’s Field
Route 39, Harwich

This 93-acre preserve, crisscrossed with trails, is a haven for birders, with woodland, meadows and wildflowers.

OUTER Cape

Cape Cod National Seashore
Eastham, Wellfleet, Truro, Provincetown

Stop at the Salt Pond Visitor Center off Route 6 in Eastham for trail maps of all locations. Behind the visitor center is the Salt Pond Trail, a great walk that leads along the pond, through woods and fields, with views of Town Cove and the Atlantic beyond. Another lovely walk is the Atlantic White Cedar Swamp Trail at the Marconi Area in Wellfleet. On the bay side, Great Island (past Wellflleet Harbor) provides a challenging 8-mile hike.

Wellfleet Bay Audubon Sanctuary
off Route 6, South Wellfleet

This 1,000-acre sanctuary encompasses saltmarsh, forest, dunes, beach and tidal flats, with self-guided nature trails and great bird-watching opportunities. The green-energy powered visitor center offers trail maps and interpretive exhibits, along with special programs and activities.  n