For true Cape Cod ambience in a friendly, laidback setting, plot a course for this welcoming harbor packed with shops, galleries, and restaurants, and surrounded by exquisite natural beauty.
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Few Cape Cod towns boast a more attractive harbor, sheltered as it is from Cape Cod Bay by the long, protective arm of Great Island. Adding to its charms are world-class fishing, spectacular natural surroundings, great paddling venues, and a host of shops and restaurants.
Dockage, Moorings & Service: Wellfleet Town Marina (508) 349-0321: The only option for transient dockage and moorings. Services include electric, water, pump-out, and fuel dock. Short-term tie-up is available for $10 per hour. Reservations are recommended, especially in summer.
Launch Ramp: The public launch on Wellfleet Harbor features a double ramp, tie-up floats, and plenty of parking for trailers. Most boats can be launched here except for the hour on either side of low tide. $10 daily fee.
Anchorages: A large anchorage with good holding ground is located west of GC “11,” north of Smalley Bar and east of Great Island, in 7 to 20 feet of water. Before anchoring, consider the 10-foot tidal range.
DESTINATION WELLFLEET
Dining: Mac’s on the Pier (508) 349-9611: A Wellfleet institution on the harbor. Serves fried seafood, lobster rolls, chowder, and steamers, plus vegetarian entrées and burritos.
Pearl(508) 349-2999: Good food, drinks, live music, and awesome views of Wellfleet Harbor from its upper deck.
Provisions: Boathouse Fish Market (508) 349-7377: Fresh, local seafood at the town marina. Also sells chilled appetizers, boiled lobsters, clambakes, and prepared meals.
Things To Do: Great Island Trail: Take a kayak or bike to the Great Island Trail, which leads past sprawling salt marsh and provides access to remote ocean beaches along Great Island. The trail entrance is a couple of miles down Chequessett Neck Road from Mayo Beach.
Wellfleet Bay Wildlife Sanctuary(508) 349-2615: Follow extensive trails through salt marsh habitat, barrier beaches and pine woodlands, each attracting a wide array of wildlife. Also features an award-winning “green” nature center with numerous exhibits and aquariums.
Cool Shops: Frying Pan Gallery(508) 349-0011: Inspired gallery across from the town pier. Carries original, nautical- and nature-themed art, jewelry, and home décor items produced by creative local minds.