Place

Nauset Marsh Trail

Salt Pond with trees reflecting in the pond. A duck swims across the water.
Nauset Marsh Trail at Salt Pond.

NPS Photo

Quick Facts
Location:
50 Nauset Road, Eastham, MA

Benches/Seating, Canoe/Kayak/Small Boat Launch, Information Kiosk/Bulletin Board, Parking - Auto, Parking - Bus/RV, Public Transit, Scenic View/Photo Spot, Trailhead

Length: 1.3 mile loop, plus 1.5 mile spur to Coast Guard Beach, one hour.
Location: Adjacent to the Salt Pond Visitor Center amphitheater, 50 Nauset Road, off Route 6.
Pets: Pets are not allowed on Nauset Marsh Trail.
Features: This trail winds along the edge of Salt Pond and Nauset Marsh, crosses fields, and returns to the Salt Pond Visitor Center through a recovering forest. There are several spectacular vistas along the way. A minimally-maintained trail extension leads to Doane Picnic Area and Coast Guard Beach. Extension is one mile each way.
Conditions: Easy; some log steps; moderate grade; use caution when crossing the bike trail; restrooms located at the visitor center parking area.

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Last updated: March 24, 2022