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Head of the Meadow Beach

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Head of the Meadow Beach

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Head of the Meadow Beach

Name: Head of the Meadow Beach
Rating: 2

Recommended by 3 cyclists

This Highlight is in a protected area

Please check local regulations for: Cape Cod National Seashore

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Location: Barnstable County, Massachusetts, United States

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1. Provincetown to Head of the Meadows Beach & Cape Cod Light loop — Cape Cod National Seashore

29.6km

01:45

130m

Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2. Herring Cove Beach – Salt Marshes loop from Orleans

113km

06:41

610m

Expert bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. Head of the Meadow Bike Trail – Head of the Meadow Beach loop from West End

28.9km

01:43

100m

Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Jamie S.

December 20, 2023

Head of the Meadow Beach is a popular beach in North Truro along the Cape Cod National Seashore. Parking can be a challenge in the summer but fortunately (especially if you're looking for a little extra exercise), you can get to this beach via the Head of the Meadow bike trail. Sometimes at the Head of the Meadow Beach you can actually see the remains of the wreck of the "Frances," which sank in a December storm in 1872. The United States Life Saving Service managed to save everyone onboard by dragging a whaleboat, which was docked on the bayside, across the land to this beach. Between Truro and Wellfleet, there have been more than 1,000 wrecks over the centuries due to the many - and often changing - hidden sand bars off the coast. Regardless of whether or not nautical history is of interest, the Head of the Meadow Beach is a pleasant, scenic beach where you can enjoy sunbathing in the sand, walking along its shores, and keeping an eye out for seals, who love to play in the surf. Be aware, however, that sharks have been known to frequent the waters here, most likely due to the seals!

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September 15, 2024

An imposante Beach, less people

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Elevation 10 m

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Sunday 9 November

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Max wind speed: 16.0 km/h

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Location: Barnstable County, Massachusetts, United States

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Head of the Meadow Beach

1. Provincetown to Head of the Meadows Beach & Cape Cod Light loop — Cape Cod National Seashore

2. Herring Cove Beach – Salt Marshes loop from Orleans

3. Head of the Meadow Bike Trail – Head of the Meadow Beach loop from West End

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