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Cape Cod in Winter: Seal Pups, Cold-Stunned Sea Turtles & the Wildlife No One Tells You About

Wild Cape Cod

Cape Cod in Winter: Seal Pups, Cold-Stunned Sea Turtles & the Wildlife No One Tells You About

The real Cape Cod winter wildlife guide: gray seal pups on Monomoy, cold-stunned sea turtle rescues, snowy owls, and where locals actually go to see them.

Cape Cod Shellfishing Permits, Town by Town: Fees, Seasons & Where to Dig

Cape Cod Pursuits

Cape Cod Shellfishing Permits, Town by Town: Fees, Seasons & Where to Dig

Cape Cod shellfishing permits vary by town — 2026 fees, seasons, daily limits, and the best flats for quahogs, steamers, and oysters in all 15 towns.

Best Time to Visit Cape Cod: A Month-by-Month Guide (2026)

Visiting Cape Cod

Best Time to Visit Cape Cod: A Month-by-Month Guide (2026)

When should you visit Cape Cod? A local's honest month-by-month guide — why September wins for warm water, thin crowds, and lower rates, plus every season.

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

Cape Cod Pursuits

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.

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

Wild Cape Cod

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.

Wellfleet OysterFest: The Complete Guide to Cape Cod's Biggest Oyster Festival

Cape Cod Celebrations

Wellfleet OysterFest: The Complete Guide to Cape Cod's Biggest Oyster Festival

Your complete planning guide to the Wellfleet OysterFest — how to get tickets before they sell out, where to park, shuttle logistics, the best oyster farms to seek out, where to stay, and everything else you need for Cape Cod's finest fall tradition.

Surfing Cape Cod: Where to Catch Waves, Lessons & What to Know

Cape Cod Pursuits

Surfing Cape Cod: Where to Catch Waves, Lessons & What to Know

Discover the best surf spots on Cape Cod — from Coast Guard Beach in Eastham to Race Point in Provincetown — plus lessons, rentals, shark safety tips, and what conditions to expect.

Surf Casting on Cape Cod: Shore Fishing Guide for Striped Bass and Bluefish

Visiting Cape Cod

Surf Casting on Cape Cod: Shore Fishing Guide for Striped Bass and Bluefish

The definitive surf casting guide for Cape Cod — best shore fishing spots for striped bass and bluefish, licensing, tides, lures, and local tackle shops from Chatham to Provincetown.

Eastham, Cape Cod: Gateway to the National Seashore, Fort Hill & the Best Atlantic Beaches

Visiting Cape Cod

Eastham, Cape Cod: Gateway to the National Seashore, Fort Hill & the Best Atlantic Beaches

Discover the best things to do in Eastham, Cape Cod — Coast Guard Beach, Fort Hill, the Salt Pond Visitor Center, Nauset Light, and Arnold's. Your complete local guide to the National Seashore's front door.

Dog-Friendly Trails on Cape Cod: Hikes & Walks Where Your Dog Can Come Along

Visiting Cape Cod

Dog-Friendly Trails on Cape Cod: Hikes & Walks Where Your Dog Can Come Along

Find the best dog-friendly trails on Cape Cod in Brewster, Eastham, Wellfleet, Truro, and Chatham. Real hikes, leash rules, parking tips, and seasonal advice.

Great White Sharks on Cape Cod: What Visitors Need to Know

Visiting Cape Cod

Great White Sharks on Cape Cod: What Visitors Need to Know

Planning a Cape Cod beach trip? Here's everything visitors need to know about great white sharks — which beaches, when they peak, how to stay safe, and what's changed on the Outer Cape.

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

Visiting Cape Cod

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.

Cape Cod Clambake: How to Do It Right (DIY and Catered)

Visiting Cape Cod

Cape Cod Clambake: How to Do It Right (DIY and Catered)

Learn how to throw a traditional Cape Cod clambake — from digging a beach pit to sourcing local lobster and clams — plus where to find catered clambake companies for groups and events.

Coast Guard Beach Eastham: Parking, Shuttle, Swimming & What Makes It One of the World's Best Beaches

Visiting Cape Cod

Coast Guard Beach Eastham: Parking, Shuttle, Swimming & What Makes It One of the World's Best Beaches

No parking at the beach — here's how the shuttle works, when to arrive, shark safety, swimming conditions, and why it ranks among the world's best beaches.

Things to Do in Eastham, MA: Gateway to Cape Cod National Seashore

Visiting Cape Cod

Things to Do in Eastham, MA: Gateway to Cape Cod National Seashore

Eastham is where the outer Cape begins — home to Coast Guard Beach, the Salt Pond Visitor Center, and remarkable natural beauty within the national seashore.

Cape Cod from Providence: The 90-Minute Drive That Changes Everything

Visiting Cape Cod

Cape Cod from Providence: The 90-Minute Drive That Changes Everything

Providence to Cape Cod is just 90 minutes — one of New England's most underrated road trips. Day trip itineraries, traffic warnings, and the best towns for Providence visitors to explore this summer.

Best Surf Beaches on Cape Cod: Atlantic Side Waves & Where to Catch Them

Visiting Cape Cod

Best Surf Beaches on Cape Cod: Atlantic Side Waves & Where to Catch Them

The best surf beaches on Cape Cod are all on the Atlantic side — Outer Cape beaches from Eastham to Provincetown catch real North Atlantic swell. Here where to go, what to expect, and when to go.

Cape Cod National Seashore: The Complete Visitor's Guide

Cape Cod Pursuits

Cape Cod National Seashore: The Complete Visitor's Guide

Your complete guide to Cape Cod National Seashore — 44,000 acres spanning Chatham to Provincetown. Best beaches, hiking trails, ranger programs, fees, and planning tips for summer visits.

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.

Cape Cod Lighthouse Tour: All 6 Lighthouses and How to Visit

Visiting Cape Cod

Cape Cod Lighthouse Tour: All 6 Lighthouses and How to Visit

A complete guide to all 6 Cape Cod lighthouses — Chatham, Nauset, Highland, Race Point, Long Point, and Stage Harbor — with directions, parking tips, seasonal climb schedules, and photography advice.

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.

The Last Weekend of Summer on Cape Cod: A Local's Bucket List Before Labor Day

Visiting Cape Cod

The Last Weekend of Summer on Cape Cod: A Local's Bucket List Before Labor Day

The last weekend before Labor Day on Cape Cod calls for a bucket list. A local's guide to sunrise, lobster rolls, tidal flats, and sunsets before summer ends.

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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
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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.

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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.

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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