Ride, walk or run through 6 Cape Cod towns as you follow the Cape Cod Rail Trail. There’s plenty to see along the 22-mile trail and state and national parks to visit as you please.

Hours for Cape Cod Rail Trail

Sunrise to sunset

Parking at Cape Cod Rail Trail

Parking at Nickerson State Park charged Memorial Day through October 31

MA resident $5

Non-MA resident $10

Free parking for trail users is available at:

Trailhead at Route 134 in South Dennis
Headwaters Drive in Harwich
Route 137 in Brewster
Orleans Center
Cape Cod National Seashore at the Salt Pond Visitors Center in Eastham (1/2 mile from the Locust Road intersection with the trail)
National Seashore at Marconi Area
Trailhead at LeCount Hollow Road in South Wellfleet

Activities at Cape Cod Rail Trail

All Activities at Cape Cod Rail Trail

Running and walking
Horseback riding
Cross-country skiing

Facilities at Cape Cod Rail Trail

Bike rentals
Restrooms
Scenic viewing area

Accessibility at Cape Cod Rail Trail

Accessible bike paths
- Available hand-cycles

Restrictions at Cape Cod Rail Trail

No alcohol
No littering

More info for Cape Cod Rail Trail

Trail etiquette

Be courteous of other path users.
Keep right unless passing.
Stop at all stop signs.
Trail is open dawn to dusk. If you have appropriate lights, ride at your on risk.
Give a clear and audible signal before passing and pass only when it's safe to.
Travel at a reasonable speed.
Wear protective headgear. This is required by law for children 16 years and younger, but recommended for all.
Respect private property next to the trail.
Carry in, carry out all trash and belongings.