Hiking/Biking Trails on Cape Cod
Are you looking for some beautiful hiking and biking trails on Cape Cod? You’re in the right place because we’ve jotted down all the best trails so that you can have a tailored experience of hiking or biking.
The best way to enjoy Cape Cod’s beauty is through hiking and biking as it allows you to explore the magnificent landscapes as you go along. Cape Cod is packed with several paths that allow you to pedal or hike through almost all the towns. Plus, some will allow you to enjoy forests, woodlands, and kettle ponds too. So, if you’re ready to explore hundreds of miles of beautiful hiking and biking trails on Cape Cod, let’s continue reading!
Atlantic White Cedar Extended Trail
Loation : Cape Cod National Seashore
City/Town : Wellfleet
Length : 2.2 miles
Difficulty : Easy
Description : Atlantic White Cedar Extended trail is popular for birding, biking, and hiking. It takes around 43 minutes to complete the trail. Since it's a popular trail, you’ll come across many other people while walking or hiking. However, remember that dogs aren’t allowed here.
Atlantic White Cedar Swamp Trail
Loation : Marconi Site Rd. (Cape Cod National Seashore)
City/Town : Wellfleet
Length : 1.1 miles
Difficulty : Moderate difficulty
Description : The Atlantic White Cedar Swamp Trail passes through a small oak and pine forest into an evergreen forest, and then there is a boardwalk that goes through the magnificent swamp and goes back through the sand road to the starting location. The swamp part of the trail is a boardwalk and there are steep stairs at a few locations.
Cape Cod Rail Trail
Loation : Wellfleet Trailhead (Nickerson State Park)
City/Town : Wellfleet
Length : 27.5 miles
Difficulty : Easy
Description : Cape Cod Rail Trail is a paved bikeway and is a very long one. Though it’s a long trail and takes around 8 hours 28 minutes to complete, it is an easy one and quite enjoyable. The best time to visit the trail is from June through September. You can enjoy walking, road biking, running, and birding here.
Duck Pond, Great Pond and Whitecrest Beach Loop
Loation : Cape Cod National Seashore
City/Town : Wellfleet
Length : 6.3 miles
Difficulty : Moderately challenging
Description : Duck Pond, Great Pond and Whitecrest Beach Loop is a beautiful trail that gives you an opportunity to view the wildlife in Wellfleet. Since it’s a long route, it takes around 2 hours and 6 minutes to complete. The best time to visit this trail is from May through September. Dogs aren’t allowed on this route so you must leave them at home.
Fresh Brook Loop
Loation : Cape Cod National Seashore
City/Town : Wellfleet
Length : 2.6 miles
Difficulty : Easy
Description : Fresh Brook Loop is a family-friendly track and takes around 51 minutes to complete. It is popular for hiking and the best time to visit it is from June through September. However, remember that dogs aren’t allowed on this trail.
