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Dennis, Cape Cod: Cape Playhouse, Scargo Hill, Bass River & the Town That Does Both Sides Right

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Dennis, Cape Cod: Cape Playhouse, Scargo Hill, Bass River & the Town That Does Both Sides Right

Discover the best things to do in Dennis, Cape Cod — Cape Playhouse, Scargo Hill Tower, Corporation Beach, Bass River kayaking, and West Dennis Beach.

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

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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.

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.

Things to Do in Truro, MA: Cape Cod's Wild and Quiet Town

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Things to Do in Truro, MA: Cape Cod's Wild and Quiet Town

Truro is the most sparsely populated town on Cape Cod — dramatic ocean cliffs, pristine national seashore beaches, and almost no commercial development make it unforgettable.

Great Island Trail Wellfleet: A 4-Mile Out-and-Back Through Salt Marsh, Dunes & Tidal Flats

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Great Island Trail Wellfleet: A 4-Mile Out-and-Back Through Salt Marsh, Dunes & Tidal Flats

Hike the Great Island Trail in Wellfleet with this expert guide — tidal crossing timing, Jeremy Point access, trailhead parking, gear tips, and what to expect.

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

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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

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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.

Orleans, Cape Cod: Nauset Beach, Rock Harbor & the Lower Cape's Crossroads Town

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Orleans, Cape Cod: Nauset Beach, Rock Harbor & the Lower Cape's Crossroads Town

Orleans sits at the geographic turn of Cape Cod with Atlantic surf at Nauset Beach, Bay-side charter fishing at Rock Harbor, and sea kayaking in Pleasant Bay — here's everything you need to spend a great day in the Lower Cape's most underrated town.

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

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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.

Provincetown Film Festival Guide

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Provincetown Film Festival Guide

Everything you need to know about the Provincetown International Film Festival.

Things to Do in Chatham, MA: Cape Cod's Most Elegant Town

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Things to Do in Chatham, MA: Cape Cod's Most Elegant Town

Chatham sits at the elbow of Cape Cod — known for its seal colony, lighthouse, upscale shops, and the most charming village center on the Cape.

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

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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

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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.

Bourne, Cape Cod: Canal Biking, Sagamore Beach & the Gateway Town Worth Slowing Down For

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Bourne, Cape Cod: Canal Biking, Sagamore Beach & the Gateway Town Worth Slowing Down For

Discover the best things to do in Bourne Cape Cod — 14 miles of canal biking, Sagamore Beach, canal fishing, and bay-side beaches most visitors never find.

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.

Fall Date Ideas Cape Cod

Cape Cod Celebrations

Fall Date Ideas Cape Cod

20 romantic fall date ideas on Cape Cod.

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.

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

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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.

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.

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.

Brewster Whitecaps: A Guide to Cape Cod Baseball at Stony Brook Field

Cape Cod Pursuits

Brewster Whitecaps: A Guide to Cape Cod Baseball at Stony Brook Field

A guide to the Brewster Whitecaps at Stony Brook Field: free Cape Cod Baseball League games, how to attend, and pairing it with a Lower Cape day.

Cape Cod Beer Festival Guide

Cape Cod Celebrations

Cape Cod Beer Festival Guide

Your complete guide to Cape Cod beer festivals.

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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.

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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.

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