Nauset Beach, Orleans

 

At first glance, Nauset appears to be just another Cape Cod ocean beach. Surfers, boogie-boarders, visitors, residents, and families all coexist on the edge of the raw Atlantic. However, a few key differences make Nauset one of the most popular destinations on Cape Cod. It is one of the only beaches on the Outer Cape where you can drive off-road onto the Outer Beach, a barrier beach protecting a large salt marsh from the surf. Explore the inlet, walk to and from calm salt marsh waters and wave-rich open ocean, and explore small sand dunes in between the two.

Be sure to check the Nauset Beach tides before you visit, as this will largely influence how much water is in the salt marsh behind the beach, the caliber of the surf, and the exposure of sandbars. Though the landscape and shape of the beach may change, with Liam’s Clam Shack replaced by four different food trucks, Nauset Beach will always be a classic Cape Cod beach experience.

For a quick peek at what the beach looks like before you head out, or while you’re at home waiting patiently to come back to Cape Cod, check out the Nauset and Skaket beach cams. Whether you walk or drive, find your way north or south on the beach, spend sunrise or sunset, you’ll be sure to find a slice of white sand paradise for yourself and your family. Parking
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