Cape Cod Nature Lover's Itinerary
Explore The Cape's natural beauty with our must-dos for nature enthusiasts. Enjoy scenic trails, tranquil beaches, and wildlife encounters that highlight the area’s natural charm.
DAY 1
CHECK-IN
Settle into your room, and get ready for an unforgettable Cape Cod experience!
DINNER
Tides Kitchen & Bar at Pelham On Earle!
Where Latin cuisine is crafted from scratch, and where good times are always guaranteed. Tides is the perfect oasis for anyone who enjoys a tasty meal with refreshing cocktails! Both the menu and restaurant space have been newly designed with intention-- serving you fresh flavors in a bright, airy atmosphere with warm, friendly service.
ProTtip: Don't miss out on the gourmet sundaes, and after dinner, walk down to Earle Road beach!
DAY 2
BREAKFAST:
Pick up scratch made pastries from Pelham on the Rise. Get the freshest pastries crafted with real ingredients. Their rotating, seasonal menu includes items like cinnamon buns, crumb cakes, cookies, homemade granola, and more!
Pro Tip: Order online to have it ready for you in store!
Watch the sunset from the breathtaking Gray’s Beach boardwalk! With the ocean and marshland all in one location, it is one of the most scenic places on the Cape.
Pickup Lunch at Dennis Village Mercantile
Stop for lunch at the locally famous Dennis Village Mercantile! They have a seasonally rotating menu of soups, salads, sandwiches and more.
Pro Tip: Chicken salad with sliced apple and honey mustard on marble rye. Take your lunch to go before hitting the Cape Cod Rail Trail for some amazing biking!
Rail Trail Bike Shop | Cape Cod Rail Trail
This picturesque paved path provides a safe cycling experience away from the Cape’s busy summer traffic. It also offers beautiful coastal New England scenery during your ride.
Pro Tip: Stop for a quick picnic at one of the many scenic stops along the way!
DINNER:
A classic Cape Cod clam shack offering outdoor dining overlooking Northside Marina and Cape Cod Bay. Known for the best lobster rolls on the Cape, this is a must do!
Pro tip: Sesuit is BYOB, so make sure to pack a cooler with your favorite drinks!
Day 3
Take a one-of-a-kind tour of the protected dunes of the Cape Cod National Seashore. This one-hour tour is perfect for all ages!
White Cedar Swamp Trail | Marconi Beach
The Atlantic White Cedar Swamp Trail, a 1.2 mile trail in Wellfleet, is a fascinating trail that winds through varied landscapes including a long boardwalk through a seemingly magical swamp.
Pro Tip: After your hike check out the path to the site of the Marconi Station, where you can enjoy breathtaking views of the coast and a little Cape history.
Mass Audubon Wellfleet Bay Wildlife Sanctuary
Wellfleet Bay provides peace and unmatched beauty on the hillsides and shoreline overlooking Wellfleet Harbor. Extensive trails bring you to a panoramic salt marsh, sandy barrier beach, and pine woodlands, each attracting a wide array of wildlife.
Awesome Fall Option:
Tour the largest organic cranberry bog on Cape Cod. Learn about the 12 month operation of a cranberry bog, see the equipment and visit with the farm animals!
Pro Tip: Call to schedule the farm stand to open during your visit!