Marconi Beach in Wellfleet is one of five Cape Cod National Seashore beaches that are on the ocean side of the Cape, generally providing a better surf than beaches on the bay side. It offers a broad, sweeping view of the Atlantic Ocean and Cape Cod Bay from the overlook atop the steep sand cliff above the beach. Access to the beach is via a set of stairs. Directions: Six miles north of Salt Pond Visitor Center, off Route 6 in Wellfleet. Dogs on a leash no longer than 6 feet are allowed on the beach to the south (to the right) of the stairs. During the summer, pets are not permitted on lifeguard-protected beaches. However, leashed pets are permitted to pass through lifeguard protected areas to reach areas where they may otherwise be allowed. If there are shorebird closures on or beyond lifeguard-protected beaches, pets are not allowed to walk through. During shorebird nesting, staging, and migrating periods, pets are not permitted in posted locations. Walking pets in these areas is prohibited 24/7.
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