Top 10 Bodies of Water in Cape Cod, Cape Cod

December 31, 2021 Jacquiline Delozier

The Atlantic crashes on a coastline strewn with quaint harbors, windswept beaches, glorious dunes and blinking lighthouses. Explore Cape Cod National Seashore, bike past cranberry bogs on the Rail Trail or saunter around Sandwich, the Cape's oldest town. Many areas are architectural and culinary gems - full of weathered shingles, whaling captains' mansions, chowder shacks and upscale dining delights. Don't miss Woods Hole Oceanquest, famed Martha's Vineyard or charmingly upbeat Provincetown.
Restaurants in Cape Cod

1. Nauset Inlet

Orleans, MA +1 508-255-0455
Excellent
91%
Good
9%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

5.0 based on 22 reviews

Nauset Inlet

This four-mile waterway of tidal pools and marshes leads to more imposing Atlantic swells.

2. Little Pleasant Bay

Orleans, MA
Excellent
80%
Good
20%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

5.0 based on 10 reviews

Little Pleasant Bay

3. Swan Pond River

Dennis, MA +1 508-398-0080
Excellent
69%
Good
25%
Satisfactory
6%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 16 reviews

Swan Pond River

Reviewed By johnsL4622VA

Spent the day on Swan Pond kayaking and canoeing. We had a nice time covering most of the pond and we made a couple of stops along the way - relaxing on the sand bars and Big Island. After we paddled to Clancy's Restaurant and had a late lunch and cocktails on the deck overlooking the pond. The kids ordered Nachos. Will try and make this a annual event when we visit the Cape.

4. Pamet River

Truro, MA
Excellent
57%
Good
43%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
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4.5 based on 7 reviews

Pamet River

5. Cape Cod Canal

Buzzards Bay, Bourne, MA
Excellent
72%
Good
24%
Satisfactory
3%
Poor
1%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 225 reviews

Cape Cod Canal

Reviewed By Nomad439675

We are fortunate to live so close to the scenic Cape Cod Canal. My wife and I regularly ride our bikes up and down both sides of the Canal, witnessing a variety of sea life along with all types of sea craft. We once saw the Mayflower II being pulled by a tug thru the Canal. This summer we saw a huge ocean sunfish wallowing in the currents! And it’s always fun to see the lowering of the rail bridge for a passing train. We’ve even done a Canal Cruise with live music, lots of fun. And there are some great restaurants nearby in Buzzards Bay and on the Sandwich Harbor side of Canal. Of course I would be remiss if I didn’t mention the multitude of anglers along the Canal trying to catch a big striped bass! A worthwhile visit!!!

6. Great Pond

Wellfleet, MA
Excellent
62%
Good
29%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
5%
Terrible
4%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 42 reviews

Great Pond

Reviewed By Passport813742

beautiful calm lake with crystal clear waters. Sit amongst the pine trees an a tiny sandy area if you kind find a spot and skin in the lake. A lovely morning out for our family.

7. Rock Harbor Marsh

Bay View Drive, Orleans, MA 02653 http://massvacation.com
Excellent
75%
Good
18%
Satisfactory
5%
Poor
2%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 61 reviews

Rock Harbor Marsh

Reviewed By Blondie0403 - Orleans, United States

I've lived on Cape Cod most of my life and I can uncategorically say that Rock Harbor is one of the most perfect spots for spectacular sunsets. At the beach the tide goes way out making it a perfect spot for kids who love to investigate sea life. Little fish, snails, and clam, scallop, razor clams and quahog shells abound. The sand is soft and clean. The water clear. Charter boats come in and out of the little harbor when the tide allows, filled with happy vacationing fisherman. Fun place to be before and during sunsets.

8. Hathaway's Pond

Phinneys Lane, Hyannis, MA
Excellent
39%
Good
39%
Satisfactory
17%
Poor
0%
Terrible
5%
Overall Ratings

4.0 based on 23 reviews

Hathaway's Pond

9. Provincetown Waterfront Memorial Park

Ryder Street Ext and Macmillan Wharf, Provincetown, MA 02657
Excellent
40%
Good
40%
Satisfactory
20%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.0 based on 10 reviews

Provincetown Waterfront Memorial Park

10. Meeting House Pond

Orleans, MA 02653
Excellent
100%
Good
0%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

5.0 based on 3 reviews

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