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Wellness ResetSet sail from Hyannis Harbor aboard the Capt. John & Son II for a Sunset Cocktail Cruise, a 90-minute tropical tour on the water. Watch the sunset over Hyannis Harbor as you enjoy a variety of drinks.
Cape ClassicsThe Cape's only land-and-sea tour rolls through historic Hyannis in an amphibious vehicle before splashing into the harbor. A giggly 45-minute narrated adventure kids vote best ride.
Cape ClassicsGo behind the scenes at the Cape's original craft microbrewery, touring the brew house before sampling in the taproom. Saturday-morning tours are small and sell out.
Cape ClassicsA relaxed sunset cruise across Hyannis Harbor and Lewis Bay aboard a 64-foot catamaran with a full bar. Lighthouse and live-music cruises also offered.
Beach DayA 3.5–4 hour expedition from Barnstable Harbor to Stellwagen Bank aboard a fast, stable vessel led by seasoned captains and naturalists. The classic mid-Cape whale watch.
Guest WeekendSet sail from Hyannis Harbor aboard the Capt. John & Son II for a Margarita Sunset Cruise, a 90-minute tropical tour on the water. Watch the sunset over Hyannis Harbor as you enjoy Margaritas.
Cape ClassicsSet sail from Hyannis Harbor aboard the Capt. John & Son II for a 75-minute Live Music Sunset Cruise featuring talented singer/guitarist Ted Wyman!
Easy · 3 mi · Natural trail
A quiet loop through scrub pine and oak around the shores of Spectacle Pond in the interior of Marstons Mills. The kettle pond landscape feels timeless and undisturbed. Excellent freshwater fishing access and good bird watching year-round. One of the more overlooked conservation parcels in mid-Cape Barnstable.
Freshwater Pond
Freshwater pond beach on Joshua's Pond in Marstons Mills. A classic mid-Cape kettle pond with clear cool water. Small sandy swim area popular with families and local children during summer. Relatively undiscovered compared to larger pond beaches elsewhere in Barnstable.