Feels like so long ago we were hiking up the tower. I mentioned to my Dad that my legs weren't…read morefeeling the best and I needed to go slow. He felt bad so he waited for me half way up and then all of a sudden I got a burst of energy and sped past him. He was shocked and said I waited for you and then you left me in the dust. When we got to the top it was fun to look around the city and see the ocean. Lots of history here and we are so grateful for the memories made. Staff is very friendly and really takes pride in their museum. It's kept up well and very educational. Thank you

This is a cute museum to visit on a rainy day. You get to learn a lot about early Massachusetts…read morehistory and you can climb to the top of the monument. The cost for two adults was $46. They have entire section dedicated to the local Provincetown establishments as well.

The beech forest trail is a trail around a pond. For walking. The bike trail passes by here. But…read moreyou can't ride bikes on this trail. Large parking area (great place to start your bike ride) plus facilities. When you first start the trail, you start on a board walk next to the pond. If you bring sunflower seeds (the bird food kind) - put some in your hand, palm open, then stand really still, palm extended. Within minutes you will have chickadees and nuthatches landing on your hand to eat!

This a wonderful walking park in Provincetown. Full walk is about an hour and half. But there are…read moredifferent routes you can take to make the walk shorter. You really get all of the great pieces of cape cod nature.. sand, trees, ponds, and beach is nearby

This would be called a "pocket park" in NYC. It is but a…read moresliver of a space carved out of a larger area next to MacMillan Wharf. This mini-park was created to memorialize those lost at sea and provide a place of rest and reflection for visitors. For any of you who have visited Provincetown, you know what a beautiful place it is but also what a wild and crazy place it is. The mayhem that Commercial Street delivers pretty much non-stop morning, noon and night can wear thin. Aside from the beaches where you can still find alone time, this little park offers a gorgeous view, a short promenade for a stroll and a few benches to restore yourself. A few minutes of gazing out at the water and the boats is sometimes all you need. It's easy to miss this park entirely and that would be a pity. Take a few minutes away from the hubbub, food and shopping and you'll be as good as new for more P-town shenanigans.

Pleasant little park hidden away facing the harbor area and Provincetown's 2 wharfs. Sit down,…read morerelax and you can watch many different boats come in or out of the area. There are several benches to sit under tree shade. Even see a seal swimming around here. It's nice to stop by this park after walking in the crowded Commercial street area. Quiet, relaxing, scenic. Enjoy.

This is a beautiful park overlooking the water at the end of Commercial street, away from all the…read morehustle and bustle of the business stores and restaurants. It's a great place to sit and watch the clouds, stroll around the grassy areas, or just have a picnic on the lawn. There are several benches under mature trees that are great for just resting and chilling. The park is not very big but there's a plaque commemorating the landing. There is limited street parking around the area.

A small park on the very west end of Commercial Street to highlight the Pilgrims first landing in…read moreProvincetown in 1620. Its actually located in the rotary here. There are a few benches to sit, with some shade trees overhead. There is a large cement area with names inscribed, and a 4ft high monument with historic info. Just not the prettiest park around, though it is clean and maintained. When visiting the Provincetown causeway you can stop by here and check it off your bucket list.

The end of…read more the world Race Point Lighthouse is a wild, wild place. It's located on the very end of Cape Cod and is exposed to howling winds, blowing sand and unpredictable, sinister and malefic currents. The name race means a very strong and dangerous flow of water in old nautical terminology and whoever named it Race Point certainly knew what he was talking about. Before the Cape Cod Canal was built all ships had to pass around the tip of Cape Cod and ship wrecks here were very common. The first lighthouse was established way back in 1816 but since it was only 20 feet tall and took a pounding from the hostile environment, it soon became apparently that something a bit stronger was needed. So in 1876 the present 40 foot tall cast iron tower was built. It had a fourth order Fresnel lens and is credited with saving hundreds of ships and lives. The whole area around the lighthouse is now just sand dunes but at one time it was a busy fishing village called Helltown. Of course the name came from the harsh and unforgiving environment. The village started to disappear about a hundred years ago as people got tired of the hammering winds and waves and moved to more protected places in the area. Winds over 50 knots are common at the point and very little of Helltown is now visible. It's not particularly easy to get to Race Point Lighthouse. it's about a two mile hike over some soft sand and wind is frequently blowing in your face. It's an invigorating place to visit in the winter but you better be prepared for some serious wind chills. I've been out here in a Nor Eastern and the visibility is literally zero. The wind was blowing horizontally and one side of my body was covered in ice but the other side clean. Extremely cool weather. I have heard that humpback whales are occasionally visible and just looking a the wild and uncivilized ocean is aways thrilling. Certainly not the easiest lighthouse to visit but always one of the wildest.

We tried to make our way down to the lighthouse from the beach and a major thunderstorm came out of…read morenowhere, so we never got to make it all the way. Beautiful view.

Could Dune Shacks Trail be the 8th wonder of the world? I don't know man...but I feel like it is…read more When hubs located these dunes as part of our nature escape in Ptown, I was like...."ok" and shrugged my shoulders. But once we started ascending on a narrow sand path leading to the tallest peak, all we saw was a stretch of pure gold and imagined some desperate soul running frantically looking for water. Even with the frigid late December visit here, make sure you bundle. Hiking on sand was difficult especially since we wore denims- but definitely wear leggings or joggers to get the most mobility as you hike up. We didn't prep ourselves mentally- so once we got to that tallest peak, we came back down and never saw past the end of the dune and into the ocean. Dune Shacks could well be that place that combines the dune+beach beautifully together. What a dramatic and lovely place to visit. If you're into the breeze rustling your hair and really sinking your boots in the sand, this spot's for you.

I came across this trail while planning our trip to Cape Cod. I liked it because it had some sand…read moredunes (cool) and I thought it would be cool to see the dune shacks. Unfortunately, I had no idea how high the dunes were! If you've never climbed a sand dune before, let me tell you - it's not easy! It's exhausting as for every step, your foot sinks down at least half way back from where it started. The sand starts fairly soon after the trail begins and you're soon trekking uphill in sand. We made it up to the top of the first dune and 2 of the 3 of us were beat. I took great lengths to stay as high in elevation as possible in making my way to the second dune, where I saw the ocean and maybe two dune shacks in the distance - at least half a mile or a mile away. I couldnt imagine walking that far in the sand. Overall, the trail was nice and it gave some nice views, but be prepared and know going in that its not going to be easy.

We went every day of our vacation. Huge open space safe for dogs and our experience was wonderful.read more

Stopped by on our way back from a day trip in Ptown. This dog park is beautiful and we loved the…read moreart! It's different than what my dog is used to (gravel, concrete, & sand instead of grass/dirt) but she definitely didn't mind. It has two sides (small dogs under 25 lbs and all dogs). Unfortunately most of the dogs were on the small dog side, but my dog still enjoyed racing the small dogs from the other side of the fence. The only downside is that there is very little shade, but that's a common issue at dog parks. We plan on returning before our Cape vacation ends!

Wonderful, well-maintained trail that lets you ride for miles without having to go on a road you…read moremust share with cars. The trail has a variety of terrains and can be easy or challenging, depending on where you go. There are some biiiigggg hills that give even a seasoned bike rider a bit of resistance, but on the flip side you get to enjoy the ride down the other side. Lots of great views of the dunes and beaches from various points on the trail. Definitely worth it to ride up to Race Point Beach and then take the trail over to Herring Cove Beach. There are restrooms and water fountains along the way but because it's so exposed, I recommend taking water and wearing a handkerchief or hat under your bike helmet. There can be lots of runners and bikers on the trail and most people seem to realize it's not their personal Formula 1 speedway but there are a few blind curves so use caution. Overall, a trail that feels very safe and is in good shape.

This is a breathtaking trail. So many varied views: forests, dunes, ocean, bay. This is HILLY! It…read morewas a ton of fun on e-bikes, but you will surely suffer on a regular bike lol. It was in pretty good condition when we rode it, but with the possibility of drifting sand, water, sharp turns, and some bumps, be mindful especially if you're a casual cyclist. With all the extensions to Race Point, Herring Cove, and Bennet pond, you can make this about a 10 mile ride. I strongly suggest you allow yourself enough time to travel leisurely at times and enjoy the scenery, and also to hop off your bike and enjoy the beaches for a bit.