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Cape Cod Striped Bass Calendar 2026: When and Where to Catch Stripers Each Month

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Cape Cod Striped Bass Calendar 2026: When and Where to Catch Stripers Each Month

Month-by-month guide to catching stripers on Cape Cod in 2026 — Canal breaking tides, top shore spots, the slot limit, and exactly when the run peaks.

Day Trip to Marthas Vineyard from Cape Cod: Ferries, What to Do & How to Make It Worth It

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Day Trip to Marthas Vineyard from Cape Cod: Ferries, What to Do & How to Make It Worth It

Everything you need to plan a day trip to Marthas Vineyard from Cape Cod — which ferry to take, where to park, what to do in Edgartown, Oak Bluffs, and Aquinnah, and how to make the most of one full day on the island.

Bird Watching on Cape Cod: Monomoy, Wellfleet Bay & the Great Fall Shorebird Migration

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Bird Watching on Cape Cod: Monomoy, Wellfleet Bay & the Great Fall Shorebird Migration

Cape Cod is one of the East Coast's premier fall birding destinations. Plan your migration trip to Monomoy NWR, Wellfleet Bay Wildlife Sanctuary, and Provincetown's Beech Forest.

Boston to Cape Cod Day Trip: The Practical Guide to Getting There, Where to Go & How Long It Takes

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Boston to Cape Cod Day Trip: The Practical Guide to Getting There, Where to Go & How Long It Takes

Planning a Boston to Cape Cod day trip? Get the honest guide: drive times, the Sagamore Bridge bottleneck, the P'town ferry option, and exactly which towns are worth the trip.

Cape Cod Clam Chowder: A Guide to New England's Most Famous Bowl

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Cape Cod Clam Chowder: A Guide to New England's Most Famous Bowl

What real New England clam chowder is, how to spot the tourist-trap version, chowder styles, and how to order like a local on Cape Cod.

Dog-Friendly Lodging on Cape Cod: Hotels, Inns & Rentals That Welcome Pets

Visiting Cape Cod

Dog-Friendly Lodging on Cape Cod: Hotels, Inns & Rentals That Welcome Pets

Find dog-friendly hotels, inns, and rentals on Cape Cod — Falmouth to Provincetown. Real tips on beach access, pet fees, and the best towns for traveling with dogs.

Halloween on Cape Cod: Haunted Houses, Harvest Fests & What Locals Actually Do in October

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Halloween on Cape Cod: Haunted Houses, Harvest Fests & What Locals Actually Do in October

Your complete guide to Halloween on Cape Cod — haunted history tours, harvest festivals, trick-or-treat villages, pumpkin patches, and what the Outer Cape feels like in late October when the crowds are gone and the magic is real.

Cape Cod Labor Day Weekend: Best Beaches, What's Still Open & How to Beat the Sunday Bridge

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Cape Cod Labor Day Weekend: Best Beaches, What's Still Open & How to Beat the Sunday Bridge

Cape Cod Labor Day weekend guide: least-crowded beaches, what's still open, and how to time the Sagamore Bridge to avoid the Sunday exodus.

Barnstable, Cape Cod: Hyannis, Osterville, Barnstable Village & the Mid-Cape's Hidden Depth

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Barnstable, Cape Cod: Hyannis, Osterville, Barnstable Village & the Mid-Cape's Hidden Depth

Barnstable is seven villages, not one. From Sandy Neck's barrier dunes to a Cotuit Kettleers game at Lowell Park — here's how to see all of it.

Hyannis Harbor Hawks: Your Guide to Cape Cod Baseball in the Heart of the Cape

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Hyannis Harbor Hawks: Your Guide to Cape Cod Baseball in the Heart of the Cape

Catch the Hyannis Harbor Hawks at McKeon Park: what the Cape Cod Baseball League is, how to attend a free game, and why it's the best cheap night on the Cape.

How to Take the Ferry to Nantucket from Hyannis: Schedules, What to Book & What to Bring

Visiting Cape Cod

How to Take the Ferry to Nantucket from Hyannis: Schedules, What to Book & What to Bring

Everything you need to know about the Nantucket ferry from Hyannis — operators, schedules, parking, car reservations, and day-trip tips. Updated for summer 2026.

Hyannis, Cape Cod: The Unofficial Capital — Kennedy Legacy, Main Street & What Actually Makes It Worth Visiting

Visiting Cape Cod

Hyannis, Cape Cod: The Unofficial Capital — Kennedy Legacy, Main Street & What Actually Makes It Worth Visiting

A local's honest guide to things to do in Hyannis, Cape Cod — the Kennedy Museum, Melody Tent, harbor cruises, Nantucket ferry logistics, and what this commercial hub actually does well.

Cape Cod Beer Festival Guide

Cape Cod Celebrations

Cape Cod Beer Festival Guide

Your complete guide to Cape Cod beer festivals.

Fried Clams on Cape Cod: The Real Thing — Whole Belly or Nothing

Visiting Cape Cod

Fried Clams on Cape Cod: The Real Thing — Whole Belly or Nothing

Whole-belly vs. strips: what real Cape Cod fried clams are, where to find them, how to order like a local, and why the whole-belly clam is king.

Thanksgiving on Cape Cod: Where to Dine Out, What’s Open & the Off-Season Magic

Cape Cod Celebrations

Thanksgiving on Cape Cod: Where to Dine Out, What’s Open & the Off-Season Magic

Your complete guide to Thanksgiving on Cape Cod.

Leaving Cape Cod: How to Beat the Sunday Afternoon Bridge Backup

Visiting Cape Cod

Leaving Cape Cod: How to Beat the Sunday Afternoon Bridge Backup

Sunday afternoon traffic leaving Cape Cod peaks 3–6pm at both bridges. Here's exactly when to leave, which bridge to take, and what to do while you wait.

Best Clam Chowder on Cape Cod: A Local's Honest Guide to the Bowls Worth Ordering

Visiting Cape Cod

Best Clam Chowder on Cape Cod: A Local's Honest Guide to the Bowls Worth Ordering

A local's honest guide to the best clam chowder on Cape Cod — from Captain Parker's in West Yarmouth to Arnold's on the Outer Cape. Named restaurants, honest assessments, practical details.

Bay, Sound, or Ocean? Choosing the Right Cape Cod Beach for Your Kid's Age (and the Tide)

Visiting Cape Cod

Bay, Sound, or Ocean? Choosing the Right Cape Cod Beach for Your Kid's Age (and the Tide)

Calm warm flats for toddlers or surf for teens? A local's guide to picking the right Cape Cod beach by your kid's age and the day's tide. Free parking tips inside.

Shopping on Cape Cod: Boutiques, Antiques, Local Markets & What to Bring Home

Visiting Cape Cod

Shopping on Cape Cod: Boutiques, Antiques, Local Markets & What to Bring Home

A local's guide to Cape Cod shopping: where to find original art in Provincetown, antiques along Route 6A, Chatham's curated Main Street, and the best local products to bring home — from Wellfleet oysters to Sandwich glass.

Best Coffee on Cape Cod: Where Locals Go for a Great Cup

Visiting Cape Cod

Best Coffee on Cape Cod: Where Locals Go for a Great Cup

The best coffee on Cape Cod, named and honest — from Pain D'Avignon in Hyannis to Hot Chocolate Sparrow in Orleans, with local timing tips, hidden gems by town, and a clear-eyed look at what's actually worth seeking out.

Dog-Friendly Beaches on Cape Cod: Where Dogs Are Welcome, Leash Rules & Which Towns Are Most Lenient

Visiting Cape Cod

Dog-Friendly Beaches on Cape Cod: Where Dogs Are Welcome, Leash Rules & Which Towns Are Most Lenient

Where dogs are actually allowed on Cape Cod beaches — seasonal rules, leash laws, and a town-by-town breakdown from Sandwich to Provincetown. Plan your dog-friendly Cape trip right.

Cape Cod Arts & Culture: Galleries, Theater, Music & the Cape's Creative Identity

Visiting Cape Cod

Cape Cod Arts & Culture: Galleries, Theater, Music & the Cape's Creative Identity

From Provincetown's 125-year-old artist colony to the Cape Playhouse in Dennis, Cape Cod's arts and culture scene is the real thing — galleries, theater, symphony, and a literary tradition worth your time.

Cape Cod with Dogs: Dog-Friendly Beaches, Trails, Hotels & the Rules You Need to Know

Visiting Cape Cod

Cape Cod with Dogs: Dog-Friendly Beaches, Trails, Hotels & the Rules You Need to Know

Planning a Cape Cod trip with your dog? Most town beaches ban dogs during peak summer hours, and National Seashore beaches prohibit them year-round. This local guide breaks down exactly where dogs are welcome, the best leash-friendly trails, and vetted pet-friendly lodging.

Cape Cod Baseball League: How to Watch a Game & Why It's One of Summer's Best Free Experiences

Visiting Cape Cod

Cape Cod Baseball League: How to Watch a Game & Why It's One of Summer's Best Free Experiences

The Cape Cod Baseball League runs free all summer — learn how to watch a game, which venues are best, and why MLB scouts show up every night.

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East Orleans Private Harbor & Seal TourBeach Day
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East Orleans Private Harbor & Seal Tour

A private tour from the Meetinghouse Pond town dock through Orleans' waterways to the barrier beach, Chatham fishing fleet and seal colonies. Personal and flexible, ideal for families.

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Lobster Legends and Coastal Bites History TourCape Classics
Tastings Included

Lobster Legends and Coastal Bites History Tour

A guided Cape Cod food-and-drink experience with small-group tastings. Booked on Viator.

from $105See Pricing & Availability
eFoil Lessons on Cape CodBeach Day
Fly Above the Water

eFoil Lessons on Cape Cod

An active Cape Cod adventure on the water and shoreline. Booked on Viator.

from $190See Pricing & Availability
Kayak & Paddleboard Rentals — DennisBeach Day
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Kayak & Paddleboard Rentals — Dennis

Kayak & Paddleboard Rentals — Dennis with Mocean Adventures in Dennis. Book on Cape Cod Certified.

from $106See Pricing & Availability
Cape Cod Pirate Adventure Paddle Hunt and BattleBeach Day
Best for Ages 4-12

Cape Cod Pirate Adventure Paddle Hunt and Battle

An active Cape Cod adventure on the water and shoreline. Booked on Viator.

from $100See Pricing & Availability
Helen H Sunset & Party CruiseCape Classics
Party Boat · All Welcome

Helen H Sunset & Party Cruise

Evening sunset and themed party cruises — margarita, luau and fireworks nights — from Hyannis and Barnstable Harbors aboard a large, stable vessel with full bar.

from $1200See Pricing & Availability