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Cape Cod National Seashore is an IUCN category V protected landscape and seascape that is great for exploring the outdoors when you’re in Massachusetts. It was established in 1961 by President John F. Kennedy and now encompasses over 43,000 acres of woods, beachfront, and ponds. There are several interesting aspects which you shouldn’t miss such as the Highlands Center for the Arts, which was formerly the North Truro Air Force Station, Marconi Station, which is the site of the first two-way transatlantic radio transmission, the Dune Shacks of Peaked Hill Bars Historic District, and Doane Rock. There are also many paved trails which are perfect for hiking and biking.

Address: 99 Marconi Site Road, Wellfleet, MA 02667

Cape Cod National Seashore
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Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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