Town: Eastham
Acreage: 7
Wildlife Management Zone: 12
Waterfowl Zone: Coastal (South)
Description
Eastham Salt Marsh WMA is adjacent to the Cape Cod National Seashore. The property, which was once dominated by typical salt marsh species including saltmeadow cordgrass and high tide bush, is now dominated by the invasive common reed (aka Phragmites). There are some scattered red maple trees within the more freshwater sections of the property.
Location, access, & parking
There is no formal parking or access to Eastham Salt Marsh WMA.
Hunting & fishing opportunities
Hunting is not available on this WMA due to the entirety of the property falling within the 500ft setback from dwellings. There is a small tidal creek that runs through the property , but it provides very limited fishing opportunities.
About Wildlife Management Areas
WMAs are intentionally wild, visitors will find natural landscapes rather than maintained trails.
MassWildlife owns and manages over 220,000 acres of land to conserve fish and wildlife habitats and provide access for outdoor recreation. All WMAs are open to hunting, fishing, trapping, and other outdoor recreation activities. Visit the MassWildlife Lands Viewer for an interactive map of MassWildlife properties.
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