Visiting the beach to watch the sunrise over the Atlantic Ocean is a beautiful experience.
Photo: NPS image
About
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.
Location
50 Nauset Road
Eastham, MA 02642
Entrance Fees
Entrance - Private Vehicle$25.00
Entrance - Motorcycle$20.00
Entrance - Per Person$15.00
Hours
wednesdayOpens at 6:00AM
mondayOpens at 6:00AM
thursdayOpens at 6:00AM
sundayOpens at 6:00AM
tuesdayOpens at 6:00AM
fridayOpens at 6:00AM
saturdayOpens at 6:00AM
Activities
Auto and ATVAuto Off-RoadingBikingCampingRV CampingFishingFreshwater FishingSaltwater FishingGolfGuided ToursBus/Shuttle Guided TourHikingFront-Country HikingHunting and GatheringHuntingPaddlingCanoeing
Directions
The 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.
Get directions →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.