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Nickerson State ParkvsCape Cod National Seashore
Both are praised by professional reviewers. Overall, Cape Cod National Seashore ranks significantly higher than Nickerson State Park. Cape Cod National Seashore scores 86 with praise from 3 reviewers like Michelin Guide, Travel + Leisure and Lonely Planet.
Nickerson State Park
Lonely Planet
Michelin Guide
Fodor's
Rte 6A, Brewster, MA 02631
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Lonely Planet "This 2000-acre oasis has eight freshwater ponds with sandy beaches ideal for swimming and boating, as well as miles of cycling and walking trails." Full review
Michelin Guide 1 Star
"Picnic grounds, bicycle rentals and a small store are located in the park, the former estate of pioneer railroad-builder Roland Nickerson." Full review
Fodor's "The park consists of acres of oak, pitch-pine, hemlock, and spruce forest speckled with seven freshwater kettle ponds formed by glaciers. Some ponds are stocked with trout for fishing. " Full review
Cape Cod National Seashore Lonely Planet Michelin Guide
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U.S. News & World Report Travel + Leisure Travel + Leisure
New York Times
Frommer's Fodor's
MA
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Lonely PlanetTop choice
"Cape Cod National Seashore extends some 40 miles around the curve of the Outer Cape and encompasses the Atlantic shoreline from Orleans all the way to Provincetown." Full review
Michelin Guide 3 Stars
"Along the Cape's outer arm, some 400 miles of coastline are federally protected as a national seashore." Full review
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Choose from several beaches here (lifeguards are on duty in summer): Coast Guard Beach, Nauset Light Beach, Marconi Beach, Head of the Meadow Beach, Race Point Beach and Herring Cove Beach.
Travel + Leisure "Besides sunning on one of its many beaches, a top thing to do is to take a guided tour with an expert. " Full review
Travel + Leisure "The protected Cape Cod National Seashore stretches 40 miles, from Chatham all the way north to Provincetown." Full review
U.S. News & World Report3.0
"In 1961, summer native President John F. Kennedy designated the east shore of the Outer Cape a national park...40-mile stretch of coast is recognized as having some of the best beaches on Cape Cod." Full review
Travel + Leisure "Head to the Outer Cape to glimpse the sandy stretches of the Cape Cod National Seashore, a preserved swath of coastline established by President John F"
Cape Cod Travel Guide
February 25, 2021
Travel + Leisure "Experience the breathtaking shoreline at the Cape Cod National Seashore...encompasses more than 43,600 acres of land, including woodland areas, ponds, and plenty of beachfront. "
New York Times "This seashore has still plenty of room along 15 different beaches to spread out and fish, body surf, swim, go for interpretive walks, take four-wheel drives along the beach and hike"
Frommer's "Begin your exploration of the seashore by taking a look at the center's excellent exhibits about this unique environment." Full review
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After absorbing some of the local history, be sure to take time to venture out -- on your own or with a ranger guide -- to the surrounding trails.
Fodor's "Protected area includes 40 miles of pristine sandy beach; rolling dunes; swamps, marshes, and wetlands...self-guided nature trails, as well as biking and horse trails, wind through these landscapes " Full review
