Coast Guard Beach has been acclaimed by “Dr. Beach” as being one of the nation’s 10 best – check it out with us on this low tide walk! We’ll take the Doane trail over the marsh, then follow the beach south until we reach the Nauset Inlet where we will admire the views and see if the seals have returned.

Meet at 8:45 AM to sign-in and stretch. We’ll begin walking promptly at 9:00 AM. Hosted by Dorrie Scipione Ross with Sweep TBD. Please read to the bottom for directions to our meeting point.

—Prerequisite: Instructional Clinic and the ability to walk 3 miles, including 2 miles on sand

—Distance: ~3.2 miles. No turn-back or shorter option

—Pace: Moderate and steady with breaks for water and to enjoy the views

—Terrain: short section of hard pack trail with rocks, roots and pinecones, pavement, bridge crossing, and ~2 miles of mostly packed sand on the beach

For Your Safety: Consider the weather forecast when booking a walk. WATER MUST BE CARRIED ON ALL WALKS! In consideration of personal and group safety, if you arrive without water, you will not be allowed to walk. Dress for the weather and protect yourself from the elements. Choose appropriate footwear for trail conditions. Use repellent to protect yourself from ticks, which are active year-round.

—Limit 1 walk per day.
—Wear your CCNW ID badge.
— Rubber tips suggested, sand baskets optional for beach portion
—Restrooms and water are not available. The restrooms at the Salt Pond Visitor’s Center are open if you want to make a stop before continuing down to the Doane Area. Bring tissue in a plastic bag in case of a bio break need.
—If your plans change, kindly cancel your booking at least 24 hours in advance of walk start time so other walkers may join.

This walk is authorized under a National Park Service Special Use Permit.

Walk may be canceled, changed, or rescheduled for weather or other reasons. Cancellation decision will be made at least 2 hours in advance. **Check your email (including spam) AND this walk listing before driving to the walk. ** If a walk is canceled, registrants will receive a system-generated email, and the walk will no longer be visible in the event listing or on the calendar.

Directions: Route 6 to Eastham. Turn onto Nauset Road and proceed to the Doane Rock Picnic Area, on right, just past Tomahawk Trail. We will meet at the rear of the picnic area near the picnic shelters (not at the parking area by Doane Rock).