Cape Cod National Seashore - Outdoor Activities (U.S. National Park Service)

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	Cape Cod National Seashore Outdoor Activities

Current schedules of ranger-guided programs

Guide to Ocean Safety and Cape Cod National Seashore's Lifeguard Program

Self-Guiding Trails folder

Individual trail folders:

Fort Hill and Red Maple Swamp Trail (Deteriorated sections of the boardwalk at the Red Maple Swamp Trail have caused a temporary closure. Access the rest of the trail, including sections of boardwalk that are open, at the trailhead at Fort Hill Road, off Route 6. The parking area is just past Fort Hill B&B and across from the Penniman House.)
Nauset Marsh Trail
Atlantic White Cedar Swamp Trail
Great Island Trail
Pamet Area Trail System
Small's Swamp Trail
Beech Forest Trail

Cape Cod National Seashore Bicycle Trails

Scenic Routes and Overlooks

Look for our Cell Phone Interpretation Program signs and learn more about the locations you visit.

Fort Hill Quest - a self-guided, GPS and compass scavenger hunt

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			Did You Know? Cape Cod National Seashore is one of the most important nesting areas for the federally-threatened Piping Plover. Abundant in the 19th century, the beach-nesting Piping Plover declined in the 20th century, but have begun to recover as a result of active protection and visitor education. more...

Last Updated: January 19, 2012 at 08:55 MST