Words about Wellfleet:
Wellfleet is the home of the Cape Cod National Seashore headquarters building as well as a 1,000 acre Massachusetts Audubon Society Wildlife Sanctuary. Some of Cape Cod's finest ocean and bay side beaches are found in Wellfleet. The town is also well-known for its plentiful supply of shellfish, including the famous 'Wellfleet Oyster'. In Wellfleet you can find numerous beautiful clear spring-fed, ponds, fine art galleries, shops, restaurants and magnificent Wellfleet Harbor offering a constantly changing panorama of sail boats, motor yachts, sport fishing boats and trawlers. Wellfleet is an extremely diverse community with an extraordinary nautical history.
The Ocean Beaches:
Towering cliffs carved into sand dunes overlook the fine sand beaches along the Atlantic side of Cape Cod. As the tide comes in, the strong waves provide hours of entertainment for swimmers and surfers. As the water recedes, it leaves behind colorful rocks and seashells for the beachcomber. This area was designated as the Cape Cod National Seashore in 1961 by President John F. Kennedy. Although the 40-mile uninterrupted stretch of beach is by far the main attraction, the Cape Cod National Seashore also includes hiking and biking trails, marshes, fresh and salt water ponds, forests, historic structures, and lighthouses. Most Cape Cod National Seashore ocean beaches are within 5 miles of Lieutenant Island.
The Bay Beaches:
Great Island is a protected ecosystem and a bay side Wellfleet treasure. Great Island was the center of marine activity in Wellfleet during the 18th and 19th centuries. Today, walking trails wind between sand dunes and tidal salt marshes to the bay. Great Island is very visible from both beaches on Lieutenant Island and is accessible by boat from the island. It is about a 10 minute drive from the island and parking is available. No matter how you get there bring plenty of sun screen and wear sneakers! You can walk way out on the dunes to Jeremy Point to enjoy the sun and the solitude but pay attention to the tide!
Duck Harbor Beach is the only Wellfleet Bay Beach that is not located directly on Wellfleet Harbor. Calm, warm waters, a beautiful view, and gentle dunes make this a great beach for families with small children and everyone else too! Parking and bathroom facilities are available.
Other Activities:
Mass Audubon Sanctuary, Cape Cod National Seashore, kayaking & much more!
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