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Cape Cod Beaches

Cape Cod’s coastline features a diverse array of beaches, from the towering Atlantic dunes of the National Seashore to the shallow tidal flats of Cape Cod Bay. This list includes historically significant sites like First Encounter Beach and the rugged cliffs of Marconi Beach. The region offers varied coastal environments, including expansive sandy stretches on Nantucket Sound, protected freshwater ponds, and unique features like the Sandwich boardwalk and Rock Harbor’s navigational markers.

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Marconi Beach

Marconi Beach is part of the Cape Cod National Seashore in Wellfleet, Massachusetts.

First Encounter Beach

Site of the first interaction between the Pilgrims and the Nauset tribe in 1620. It features expansive tidal flats during low tide.

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Town Beach

Harbor-front beach in Provincetown with views of the boat slips and the Pilgrim Monument.

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Ryder Street Beach

Provincetown beach located near the center of town, featuring handicap-accessible ramps and proximity to the pier.

Seagull Beach

The largest beach in West Yarmouth, situated on Nantucket Sound with dunes and large parking facilities.

Skaket Beach

A beautiful beach in Orleans particularly popular for great sunset sceneries.

Fisher Beach

Quiet Truro beach on the bay side, offering views of the Provincetown skyline and calm, shallow water.

Mayflower Beach

Dennis beach on Cape Cod Bay famous for its extensive sandbars that appear at low tide.

Nauset Beach

Ten-mile stretch of Atlantic coastline in Orleans known for its heavy surf and expansive dunes.

Rock Harbor Beach

Beach and harbor in Orleans distinguished by the wooden navigational markers lining the channel.

Lecount Hollow Beach

A very popular Eastham beach. Great for taking a walk, relaxing and admiring the beauty of Cape Cod.

Red River Beach

Harwich beach on Nantucket Sound featuring rock jetties and gentle surf.

Eustis Beach

Small shoreline area in Falmouth located near the entrance to Quissett Harbor.

Hamblin Pond

Freshwater swimming area in Marstons Mills with a sandy shoreline and clear water.

Long Beach

Narrow sandy beach in Centerville providing views across Nantucket Sound.

East Sandwich Beach

Sandwich beach on Cape Cod Bay known for its rock-strewn sand and views of the Cape Cod Canal entrance.

Springhill Beach

Secluded beach in Sandwich at the end of a residential area, bordering salt marshes.

Town Neck Beach

Sandwich beach featuring a long wooden boardwalk that crosses the marsh to reach the bay.

Springhill Brook

Natural waterway and marsh ecosystem in Sandwich that empties into Cape Cod Bay.

The Strand

Coastal stretch in Sandwich near the Cape Cod Canal, used for walking and ship-watching.