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131 Waquoit, East Falmouth, MA 02536
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Details of Waquoit Bay National Estuarine Research Reserve
Overview of Waquoit Bay National Estuarine Research Reserve
Waquoit Bay has 2,700 acres of open waters, barrier beaches, marshlands, and uplands. The reserve is representative of typical shallow bay environment. Enjoy discovering the bay, by land or water.
Hours for Waquoit Bay National Estuarine Research Reserve
Visitor Center
Call for hours
Parking at Waquoit Bay National Estuarine Research Reserve
Free parking is available on-site.
Activities at Waquoit Bay National Estuarine Research Reserve
Hiking and walking
Take a hike on the miles of trails running through marshes, beaches, rivers, and woodlands
Educational programs
Waquoit Bay offers all kinds of programs from school field trips to teacher workshops. Contact park for more information.
All Activities at Waquoit Bay National Estuarine Research Reserve
- Camping
- Hunting
- Fishing
- Canoeing and kayaking
Facilities at Waquoit Bay National Estuarine Research Reserve
- Educational programs
- Picnic areas
- Restrooms
- Scenic views
- Visitor center
Accessibility at Waquoit Bay National Estuarine Research Reserve
- Restrooms
Restrictions at Waquoit Bay National Estuarine Research Reserve
- No dogs on beaches from April 1st to September 30th.
- No alcohol
- No littering
More info for Waquoit Bay National Estuarine Research Reserve
Camping is available on Washburn Island. Washburn Island is only accessible by private boat. There are no electric hookups or running water on the island. Campers must bring their own supplies and water.
Camping is $8/night for Massachusetts residents and $20/night for non-residents.
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