The great Outer Beach described by Thoreau in the 1800s is protected within the national seashore. Forty miles of pristine sandy beach, marshes, ponds, and uplands support diverse species. Lighthouses, cultural landscapes, and wild cranberry bogs offer a glimpse of Cape Cod's past and continuing ways of life. Swimming beaches and walking and biking trails beckon today's visitors.

Pass is for one private, non-commercial vehicle — passenger cars, pickup trucks, RVs and vans.

Entrance - Private Vehicle

Entrance - Motorcycle

Pass is for one person 16 years of age or older — entering on foot or by bicycle.

Entrance - Per Person

Passes are available at beach entrances during times when fees are normally collected. Entrance into the park with a pass may also require a driver's license or other form of picture identification. 

Valid for the current season. Permits access to any of the six Cape Cod National Seashore beaches. The annual pass allows entrance for the pass holder and additional passengers in a single private non-commercial vehicle, or pass holder plus three adults when entering on foot or bicycle.

Annual Entrance - Park

A curling wave breaks against the backdrop of a pink sunrise.

Sunrise Waves

Low tide exposes rippled ridges of sand and water.

Sand Ripples

A red kayak floats on a pond facing a forest colored with red and orange leaves.

Exploring the Park by Water

A flock of birds flies along a beach with waves in the background.

Birds and Beach

Boardwalk trail runs through a swamp surrounded by green ferns and tall trees.

Atlantic White Cedar Swamp Trail

A brilliant sun rises over the ocean reflecting light on the water's surface.

Sunrise Over the Atlantic

Cape Cod

Beaches, parking areas, and trails are open year-round between 6 AM and midnight.

Day	Hours
Wednesday	Opens at 6:00AM
Monday	Opens at 6:00AM
Thursday	Opens at 6:00AM
Sunday	Opens at 6:00AM
Tuesday	Opens at 6:00AM
Friday	Opens at 6:00AM
Saturday	Opens at 6:00AM

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