Rare opportunity to walk a beautiful stretch of trail usually offered only as part of a longer, advanced-level walk. Meander through the woods and along the marsh to Coast Guard Beach, enjoying long views and marsh grasses transitioning to fall colors.
Meet at 10:15 to sign in and stretch. We’ll begin promptly at 10:30. Hosted by Nancy Strianese and Sweep TBD. ** Read to the bottom for directions to our meeting point.
Prerequisite: Instructional clinic
Distance: 1.5 miles
Pace: Slow to moderate with periodic rest and view stops
Terrain: Hard-pack trail, roots, some steps, pavement & boardwalk (bring rubber tips), and a short stretch 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 needed.
- Poison ivy is present along trail edges.
- No restrooms or water. Bring tissue in a plastic bag in the event 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.
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.
This walk is authorized under a National Park Service Special Use Permit.
Directions: Meet at Doane Rock PICNIC Area (with Shelters), Doane Road, Eastham
Route 6 to Eastham. Turn onto Nauset Road and proceed to Doane Rock Picnic Area, on right, just past Tomahawk Trail. We will meet in the rear parking lot by the picnic shelters. DO NOT stop at the first parking lot near DOANE ROCK, continue to the larger rear parking lot. Coords: 41.84345° N, 69.95668° W
