Looking for something different than the beach to do with the family on your next Cape vacation? There are many scenic trails to explore on Cape Cod – ranging from nature sanctuaries to enchanting forests to by the seashore. We have listed some of our favorites below.
It’s always a great time to get outside and reconnect with nature. So get your hiking shoes on and happy trails!
Best Family Hikes on Cape Cod
Wellfleet Bay Wildlife Sanctuary (Wellfleet)
This popular wildlife sanctuary boasts numerous self-guided trails. You will walk through dunes, marshlands, woodlands and see an array of diverse ecology. This is also the perfect spot for bird lovers with so many different types inhabiting the area. They offer a special scavenger hunt style card for kids and also have a cool little indoor learning center and gift shop to be explored.
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Fort Hill (Eastham)
This nature walk has amazing views of Nauset Marsh. If you make it to the top you will get rewarded with panoramic views of the outer beach and Coast Guard Station. If you’re a morning person, the sunrises here are incredible!
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Nickerson State Park (Brewster)
This scenic state park is truly enchanting with glacial kettle ponds set among fantastical pine trees. There is a perfect 1.7-mile Little Cliff Pond loop that is perfect for a family hike. In the warmer months you can also take a swim in the freshwater Cliff Pond swimming hole.
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Beebe Woods (Falmouth)
This cool spot has everything from old carriage roads to explore to a rope swing that will drop you into a pond in the woods. Can it get any better? You bet. If you have some explorers with you they can search for remnants of ice age boulders. There are also gorgeous wildflowers all around. Experience everything nature has to offer at this serene location.
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Long Pasture Wildlife Sanctuary (Barnstable)
This hidden gem has incredible views of Barnstable Harbor and Sandy Neck Barrier Beach. The tidal flats are cool to explore and the trails pass through a variety of habitats. In the warmer months you will see lots of colorful butterflies fluttering around the fields. This place is a must-visit for an unique nature experience.
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