Is Cape Cod good for biking?

Cape Cod’s 399 square miles of terrain and 559.6 miles of coastline make the destination an idyllic locale for cyclists! One surefire way to get the heart pumping and really see the Cape is the vast array of bikeways that are scenic, stimulating and certain to keep you fit.

Can you bike all of Cape Cod?

Passing through the towns of Dennis, Harwich, Brewster, Orleans, Eastham and Wellfleet, this path also attracts equestrians, walkers, in-line skaters and runners. With the recently completed Chatham arm, the bike path now truly encompasses all of the Lower Cape.

How long is the bike path at the Cape Cod Canal?

14.1 mile
Cape Cod Canal Bikeway is a 14.1 mile heavily trafficked out and back trail located near Buzzards Bay, Massachusetts that features a river and is good for all skill levels.

Are e bikes allowed on Cape Cod Rail Trail?

The trail is wide and has been resurfaced. A portion of the Cape Cod Rail Trail, which is managed by the state, runs through the National Seashore. The state currently does not allow the use of the e-bikes on the trail, but there is pending legislation at the State House which could allow the use of the vehicles.

What is the most scenic part of the Cape Cod Rail Trail?

Some of the most scenic areas are (heading from Dennis) miles 5-8, passing by several ponds, and miles 10-14 from Nickerson State Park to Orleans. There’s a good connection to the Salt Pond Visitors Center and trails there, at Locus Rd. between miles 16 and 17.

Can you bike over the Cape Cod Canal?

You can access the bikeway from a half-dozen recreation areas along the canal. We recommend starting at the railroad bridge – either at Buzzards Bay Recreation Area on the mainland side or Tidal Flats Recreation Area on the Cape side. From these two places, you can bike all the way to Cape Cod Bay!

Can you ride a bike over the Bourne Bridge?

Following the canal’s southern side for 7.5 miles between the Bourne and Sagamore Bridges, this is a popular destination for cyclists, pedestrians, inline skaters and runners. Even during the off-season, you’ll find a steady flow of people utilizing the flat recreational path.