Dune Shacks – Provincetown Dunes loop from Foss Woods

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Dune Shacks – Provincetown Dunes loop from Foss Woods

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15,437

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Dune Shacks – Provincetown Dunes loop from Foss Woods

03:29

13.6km

50m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 3, 2026

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Cape Cod National Seashore

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305 m

Foss Woods

Highlight • Forest

Foss Woods, owned by the Town of Provincetown since 1996, is a small, 14.87 acre conservation area. The area includes a one-acre red maple/tupelo swamp along its eastern edge, formed …

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4.73 km

Moon Pond

Lake

10.8 km

Peace Mural

Highlight • Monument

Street art in a ruin

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11.1 km

Dune Shacks

Highlight • Structure

Nestled in the dunes along section of beach are nineteen small shacks that artists and writers apply to live in. These coveted artist residencies are open to all members of …

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12.3 km

Provincetown Dunes

Highlight • Natural Monument

The Dune Shack Trail follows a loosely defined system of trails through the iconic Provincetown Dunes. This scenic spot grants you quintessential Cape Cod views over the sand dotted with …

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12.9 km

Dune Shacks of Peaked Hill Bars Historic District

Highlight • Historical Site

The shoreline is expansive and there are plenty of gorgeous trails, beaches, and rolling dunes to explore. The national park service charges $25 for entry. Since the area is so …

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