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 $20
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
Biking
Enjoy scenic views along the 22 mile paved trail with bikes, roller blades, and more.
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.