The Top 20 Lakes in Barnstable County
Looking to visit the best lakes in Barnstable County? After all, there’s nothing better than the serenity of the lakeshore — or a quick dip when the weather’s warm. So, browse our list of Barnstable County’s top lakes below as recommended by the komoot community, and experience more on your next adventure!
Last updated: October 7, 2025
The Salt Pond is a twelve-meter-deep tidal pool that flows into the Atlantic Ocean. The lake was formed about 18,000 years ago when glaciers retreated and left depressions. The Salt …
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What is now Nauset Marsh was once a freshwater system until the shoreline in the area eroded, connecting the landscape to the sea.
When the area was mapped by French …
When the area was mapped by French …
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Hinckleys Pond is also known as Pleasant Lake and is classified as a Great Pond due to its 172-acre size. It has a well-maintained beach with plenty of activities. The …
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Seymour Pond is one of many freshwater kettle ponds in the Brewster/Harwich area. The public beach for this scenic pond butts right up against the Cape Cod Rail Trail and …
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Covering an area of 204 acres (82.5 ha), Cliff Pond is the biggest pond in Nickerson State Park. It's a popular place to swim, boat and fish during the summer. …
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Oyster Pond is a scenic salt pond right off the Shining Sea Bike path.
It is comprised of a series of kettle ponds that flooded at the end of the …
It is comprised of a series of kettle ponds that flooded at the end of the …
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Nickerson State Park is a great 1,900 acre natural area with a host of hiking, running and biking trails. It is a beautiful wooded area and there are plenty of …
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Opel / Emerson Cr is a beautiful nature preserve located near the town of Eastham and is a vital part of the Cape Cod National Seashore that spans across Cape …
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Salt Pond Acres Wildlife Area or Salt Pond Areas Bird Sanctuary is located just off the fantastic Shining Sea Bikeway. The main aim of this 35 acre reserve is to …
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Long Pond Beach is a beautiful little place with a quaint little beach close to the road. It is also in a really nice setting, and there are convenient bike …
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