Join us for an afternoon hike at this favorite beginner trail. Enjoy the fabulous views of the Nauset Marsh and the ocean beyond, as we hike Fort Hill and the Red Maple Swamp Trail.

Meet at 1 PM for sign-in and stretching to begin walking promptly at 1:15 Hosted by Bernadette Lyons with sweep Ginny Hewitt.

—Prerequisite: Instructional Clinic and the ability to walk 2 miles

—Distance: 1.8 miles with an optional faster second loop for a total of 3.6 miles. No turn-back or shorter option.

—Pace: Slow to moderate pace for our first loop; faster for the second loop.

—Terrain: hard-packed dirt path with roots, steps, elevation gain, and some asphalt. Rubber tips for the boardwalk.

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.

1. —Restrooms are available.

—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) 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: 200 Hemenway Road, Eastham