Last updated: December 22, 2020
Thing to Do
Hike the Nauset Marsh Trail
Nauset Marsh Trail at Salt Pond
Find your trail to explore at Cape Cod National Seashore! One of eleven trails in the park is the Nauset Marsh Trail, a 1.5-mile loop trail that circles around Nauset Marsh. The 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 one-mile trail extension leads to Doane Picnic Area and Coast Guard Beach. The extension is one mile each way.
The trail is rated as easy. It has solid surface, some log steps on slopes, and restrooms at the visitor center. Pets are not allowed on any of the hiking trails in the park.
The trail is rated as easy. It has solid surface, some log steps on slopes, and restrooms at the visitor center. Pets are not allowed on any of the hiking trails in the park.
Details
Duration
1-2 Hours
Activity
Hiking
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.
Pets Allowed
No
Pets are not allowed on any of the Seashore's walking trails. Pets are allowed seasonally on bike paths, seasonally on beaches, and year round on fire roads. Please call 508-255-3421 for more information.
Activity Fee
No
Entrance fees may apply, see Fees & Passes information.
Location
Nauset Marsh Trailhead
The Nauset Marsh trail begins adjacent to the Salt Pond Visitor Center ampitheater.
Reservations
No
Season
Year Round
Time of Day
Day, Dawn, Dusk
The seashore is open 6:00 AM to midnight, daily.
Accessibility Information
The trail is easy and relatively flat with a few small slopes and log steps. Sections may be submerged at highest tides. Check at the Salt Pond Visitor Center for conditions, 508-255-3421.