If you’ve spent some time on Cape Cod, you’ve probably viewed the beautiful sand dunes upon the shore. Within Province Lands, you’ll find this gorgeous sand dune hike that will feel like you’ve found yourself deep within a desert. Dune Shacks Trail in Provincetown is a great, simple hike to get you up close and personal with the beautiful sand dunes upon our shore. Once you make the trek through the sand, you can sit upon the beach undisrupted and take in the incredible Massachusetts nature views. As Dune Shacks Trail is a hike completely on sand, you’ll want to make sure to wear proper shoes or it may be difficult to obtain traction.

Welcome to Dune Shacks Trail!
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This other-worldly sand dune hike in Cape Cod needs to be on your Massachusetts hiking bucket list.
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There's nothing like taking a trek through the dunes and feel like you've transported to the desert. This trail is perfect for people of all ages, although you'll want to wear proper hiking boots.
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Since Dune Shacks Trail is situated upon the national shoreline, you'll find incredible views of the bay and the ocean.
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In the summertime, this trail can get quite hot as there is no shade upon the dunes. Make sure to take all precautions before embarking on this hike.
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On Cape Cod, the sand dunes ecosystem is one of our state's most beautiful slices of nature. There's no better way to view them than taking this sand dune trail and immersing yourself in Massachusetts' little desert.
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Next time you're in Province Lands, make sure to take this sand dune hike to feel like you've escaped to somewhere deserted.
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The views are second to none, and the payoff at the end is one of the best on the Cape. You won't regret taking Dune Shacks Trail in Provincetown.
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For more information on visiting the Province Lands, you can visit the National Park Service website right here.

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