A detailed travel guide of Cape Cod written by a local resident and expert, updated and revised with multiple new locations to visit. Within the pages of this book are tours of select locations around thebeautiful Cape Cod peninsula. The author and guide is a 12th-generationCape Codder. Readers are taken from one end of Cape Cod to the other,following succinct, clear directions, and provided with engaginginformation about each site along the way. There are many well-knownattractions listed here, but also many less recognized spots that only"locals" would truly know and treasure: * popular beaches * historic homes * lighthouses from Sandwich * sites around the Cape via Provincetown,Chatham, Falmouth, and back to Bourne This book goes deeper into the soul of CapeCod. It will leave the reader and visitor feeling as if they are onewith the land, much as the author does. With all the locations listedin geographical order, it is possible to walk, bike, and drive the Cape,seeing everything conveniently and simply.

This delightful guide is packed with photos, detailed illustrations, and fascinating facts that are sure to enlighten and entertain. It describes the various coastal habitats that affect them.

The region's first paddling guide explores the rivers, marshes, ponds and shoreline of Cape Cod. A paddling guide designed for canoeists and kayakers who want to explore the Cape's rivers, marshes, and shoreline and learn about the region's natural history. Paddling the Cape's waterways is the best way to see its wildlife and to understand the ever-changing forces of sand, tide, and wind that define this land-and it's a perfect way to escape the crowds. The authors are experienced paddlers who own a canoe and kayak touring business. Full of natural history, this guide also has practical details, like where and when to go; tides, currents, and safety considerations; and information about where boats can be rented. This guide is endorsed by Cape Cod Museum of Natural History. Black-and-white photographs throughout; 41 maps

A richly-illustrated history of Cape Cod tourism from its bucolic origins to the present crisis of overdevelopment.

Lonely Planet travel guides:- Inspirational colour Highlights sections and tailored Itineraries chapters make pre-trip planning a breeze- Lead titles feature handy full-colour foldout road map for easy navigation- Features insider tips and opinionated reviews from authors with intimate ties to the region- Special features and detours take travelers off the beaten trackCape Cod, Nantucket & Martha's Vineyard:- Highlights the region's best hiking, cycling, kayaking and whale-watching- Dedicated Food & Drink section on the Cape's distinctive cuisine, written by a food expert- Themed Itineraries covering Cape Cod's back roads and waterways, arts and antique trails, and coastal history- The region receives more than 4.7 million visitors each year"The essential companion, with well presented information on everything from folklore to reading lists to insider lunch spots." -Conde Nast Traveler

Since the second half of the nineteenth century, Cape Cod has been a vacation destination. Generations of people have made memories there. It has been, and still is, known for its hundreds of miles of pristine beaches. These beloved sandy sanctuaries carry names like Nauset, Craigville, Coast Guard, Sandy Neck, Race Point, and many more. Beyond the beautiful beaches of Cape Cod, there is so much more to see. These places comprise the heart and soul of a place many are lucky to call home and thousands flock to visit annually. Inside the pages of this book many of these unique places of natural and historical significance will be showcased. Quaint shopping areas, iconic businesses, and out-of-the-way gems only begin to scratch the surface of what Cape Cod offers. There will be room to feature the well-known spots as well. Enjoy some beautiful photography of Cape Cod beyond just the beaches--although they are in here, too.