Ready for a one-of-a-kind 5-mile walking adventure? Join us as we journey from the iconic Marconi Wireless Station through a scenic blend of ocean views, forest trails, osprey nests, and rich Cape Cod history—all the way to a French bakery stop which unfortunately is closed for winter break.
Meet at 9:15am [15 minutes prior to walk time] for sign-in and stretching to begin walking promptly at 9:30am. Hosted by Carla Fogaren with Sweep TBD.
Hosted by: Carla Fogaren with sweep TBD.
Prerequisite: Instructional clinic and physical ability to do the pace, length and varied terrain described.
Distance: 4.8+ miles. No turn-back or shorter option.
Pace: Slower on hills ,moderate pace on flat areas
Terrain: A combination of well-worn paths, (with roots, pine needles, rocks, stairs), some hard pack road and bike trail, boardwalk sections.
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.
📡 Walk Through History, Nature & Pastries 🥐🌲
🧭 Highlights of the Walk:
🌊 Breathtaking safe views from high bluffs over the Atlantic
🌲 Diverse woodland paths with whispering pines and tall cedars
🦅 Osprey nests
📖 Fascinating stops that reveal:
• The Titanic’s Cape connection
• The Wydah Pirate ship wreck and pirate graves
• The resting place of George Washington’s bodyguard
🌿 Final leg through the Atlantic White Cedar Swamp, a magical and serene trail that feels like stepping into another world
—Limit 1 walk per day
—Wear your CCNW ID badge.
— Rubber tips
—Restrooms and water are NOT available. 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) 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:
The Marconi Wireless Station Site is located within the Cape Cod National Seashore in South Wellfleet, Massachusetts.
📍 Address
99 Marconi Site Road, Wellfleet, MA 02667(National Park Service)
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- US-6 East for approximately 60 miles.
- Look for brown and white signs indicating the Marconi Station Site.
- Turn right onto Marconi Site Road and follow it to first left, take left, and follow it to the end.
🅿️ Parking
A dedicated parking lot is available at the site, and there is no fee to use it.


sweep?
Carla – this has Friday’s date but says Saturday in the title of the walk. I know a 24-hour walk might be helpful in training for the Camino, but that does seem a *tad* long 😀
Yes, I noticed it was Friday but said Saturday also. Im hoping it is really Saturday but will wait to see.
It is Friday
Ginny lol yes that’s not correct
Lisa cannot attend Cindy Mike will sweep
Is there a way to get wait listed for this walk?
Carla,
Did you realize that your name is on this walk for being the Host and being a walker? If you take your name off as a walker, would I be able to sign up for your walk?
Thanks, Gail
Gail due to the electronic liability form host have to now sign up
Can hosts make each walk one person more – to account for the new process?
Gail do electronic liability form host have to now sign up