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Cape Cod Beaches

The magical beaches of the Cape & Islands

  • From bustling businesses to beautiful beaches, the town of Brewster has it all! Join us as we tour this quintessential Cape Cod town in the latest episode of EsCape TV.

    By Jennie Sparrow | 1/27/2020

    EsCape TV Episode 33

    From bustling businesses to beautiful beaches, the town of Brewster has it all! Join us as we tour this quintessential Cape Cod town in the latest episode of EsCape TV.

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  • Don't miss these spots when you spend a day in Truro!

    By Jennie Sparrow | 10/16/2019 (updated 1/24/2020)

    What to do in a day in Truro

    Only have a day to spend in Truro? Here’s what we recommend you do!

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  • Visit the Outer Cape town of Truro to find some of the prettiest beaches on Cape Cod.

    By Jennie Sparrow | 10/11/2019 (updated 1/24/2020)

    Beaches of Truro

    Visit the Outer Cape town of Truro to find some of the prettiest beaches on Cape Cod.

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  • You'll love the beaches of Falmouth with their warm waters and tide pools waiting for exploration!

    By Jennie Sparrow | 9/30/2019 (updated 1/24/2020)

    Beaches of Falmouth

    Family-friendly beaches abound in Falmouth!

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  • Don't miss these spots when you spend a day in Falmouth!

    By Jennie Sparrow | 9/25/2019 (updated 1/24/2020)

    What to do in a day in Falmouth

    Only have a day to spend in Falmouth? Here’s what we recommend you do!

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  • Whether it’s the bay or the lake, there’s a beach for everyone in Dennis!

    By Jennie Sparrow | 6/19/2019 (updated 1/24/2020)

    Beaches of Dennis

    Dennis is home to some of the most gorgeous beaches on Cape Cod.

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  • Whether it’s the bay or the pond, there’s a beach for everyone in Sandwich!

    By Jennie Sparrow | 5/23/2019 (updated 1/24/2020)

    Beaches of Sandwich

    Sandwich is home to some gorgeous beaches.

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  • Whether it's the bayside or the oceanside, there's a beach for everyone in Orleans!

    By Jennie Sparrow | 4/26/2019 (updated 1/24/2020)

    Beaches of Orleans

    Orleans is home to some gorgeous beaches.

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  • Watch in the span of just 6 hours, small waves that once lapped upon the shore at high tide recede an entire mile to “dead low tide,” leaving behind sandbars and tide pools teeming with sea life.

    By Jennie Sparrow | 10/23/2018 (updated 4/10/2019)

    The Flats of Cape Cod

    Have you enjoyed the flats of Cape Cod? For most of the Cape, when Cape Cod Bay recedes, the fun begins!

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  • The beaches of the outer Cape are among the most beautiful in the world.

    By Jennie Sparrow | 3/14/2019

    Beaches of Outer Cape Cod

    The beaches of the outer Cape are among the most beautiful in the world.

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  • Cape Cod is full of beautiful beaches. Here are some of the best!

    By Jennie Sparrow | 2/28/2019

    Best Beaches on Cape Cod

    Cape Cod is full of beautiful beaches. Here are some of the best!

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  • No matter what the season, it's a great time of year for a walk on the beach!

    By Jennie Sparrow | 10/16/2018

    Beach Walks in the Fall

    Even though summer has passed, beaches are still on our minds!

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  • Ocean beach or bay beach? It's a dilemma we're lucky to have!

    By Jennie Sparrow | 7/28/2018

    Ocean vs. Bay

    We are so lucky to be surrounded by beaches . . . but with that luck comes a dilemma (that most don't mind having!)

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  • Each walk on the beach is an adventure. Stumbling upon this surprise in Chatham makes beach walks all the more exciting!

    By Jennie Sparrow | 7/24/2018

    Treasures in the Dunes

    There are all sorts of treasures on the Cape & Islands beaches . . . this might be the most unique one of all!

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  • Here are some fun summer things to do while you're on the Cape & Islands this summer!

    By Jennie Sparrow | 7/22/2018

    EsCape TV Episode 11

    We give you a list of things you should be doing this summer on the Cape & Islands!

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  • It can get hot on the Cape & Islands in the summer, but we have a couple ideas that will cool you off while keeping it fun!

    By Jennie Sparrow | 7/20/2018

    Keeping Cool on the Cape

    When hot summer days hit, keep cool with these suggestions!

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  • We celebrate the start of the summer season with a LIVE episode of EsCape TV!

    By Jennie Sparrow | 7/7/2018

    EsCape TV Episode 10

    Watch as we interview locals on a live episode of EsCape TV!

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  • Is your dream vacation to stay in the dunes of the Cape? Check out these classic beach shacks.

    By Jennie Sparrow | 2/3/2018 (updated 6/19/2018)

    Beach Shacks of Cape Cod

    Here is a list of quintessential beach shacks on the Cape and Islands

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  • The beaches Cape and Islands are laden with all sorts of shells—how many can you identify?

    By Jennie Sparrow | 2/24/2018

    Seashells of Cape Cod

    Have you come across these finds while walking the beaches of the Cape? The shorelines are abound with fantastic sea treasures!

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  • Through our recent interview, learn more about CARE for the Cape and Islands, all the valuable work they are doing to protect the local environment, and discover easy ways you can participate.

    By Becky Fischer | 9/11/2017

    CARE Celebrates Anniversary

    Jill Talladay created CARE 5 years ago because she has a strong passion for the natural environment here and wanted to create ways for visitors and locals to help preserve our beautiful lands and ocean.

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  • We love seeing your happy photographs from your vacation here on the Cape and Islands. Thank you for sharing with us.

    By Becky Fischer | 9/8/2017

    Summer 2017 Memories

    When asked to share a summer memory photo on our Facebook page, so many people posted fun, beautiful, meaningful photographs. Thank you!

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  • One of the most valued jewels in the crown of Cape Cod's landscape is its National Seashore, a 43,500-acre tract of land and coastline extending throughout the Outer Cape and into much of the Lower Cape

    By Becky Fischer | 7/8/2011 (updated 7/31/2017)

    Cape Cod National Seashore

    One of the most valued jewels in the crown of Cape Cod's landscape

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  • We did it again—a Cape Cod beach has made Dr. Beach’s Top 10 Beaches of 2017! Coast Guard Beach, located in Eastham, came in sixth in the widely known and respected list.

    By Jennie Sparrow | 6/12/2017

    Coast Guard Beach

    Every year Dr. Beach declares the top ten beaches in the U.S. Once again, our dear Coast Guard beach has made the list!

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  • In the summertime, we walk into Nickerson several times a week. Our go-to spot is Cliff Pond where we can relax, swim, walk the dog, and feel miles away.

    By Becky Fischer | 4/21/2017

    Nickerson State Park

    We are really lucky in that we can walk from our house into Nickerson State Park.

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  • Love finding new places on the Cape. Last weekend we discovered the cool refreshing Scorton Creek. We swam and relaxed.

    By Becky Fischer | 8/4/2015

    Paradise Found in Sandwich

    We found a new awesome place to cool off and relax. Scorton Creek in East Sandwich. Bring a bathing suit, kayak and even the dog!

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