Nauset Beach (Orleans)
Nauset Beach
One of Cape Cod's longest sand-spit beaches, with big waves for surfing, and lobster rolls and fries from the beach shack as signature treats.
Nauset Beach in Orleans is managed by the town. It is a long sand spit facing the Atlantic, stretching more than 10 km, with big waves that draw surfers. The Liam's snack shop beside the beach parking lot is famous for fried onion rings and lobster rolls. Lifeguards are on duty in summer, and parking is charged per day. Atlantic water is cold, and gray seals and great white sharks have been seen here in recent years, so always swim within the lifeguarded area.
Opening hours
Sunrise to sunset
Nearby sights
- Fort Hill
- Coast Guard Beach
- Cape Cod National Seashore (Salt Pond Visitor Center)
- Nauset Light
- Chatham Fish Pier & Main Street
- Marconi Beach & Marconi Station Site
- Chatham Light
- Wellfleet Bay Wildlife Sanctuary