Weekend in Chatham, Cape Cod

Beaches Abound!

The Cape is known for its beaches, saltwater coves and creeks. Your weekend in Chatham, Cape Cod has six different beaches, all with views of Nantucket Sound and the Atlantic Ocean.

• Hardings Beach

• Ridgevale Beach

• Cocklecove Beach

• Oyster Pond Beach

• Forest Beach

• Chatham Lighthouse Beach (the most scenic of them all)

Pro Tip: Head over to Ridgevale Beach if you want to rent sailboats, kayaks or paddleboards.

Biking:

Cape Cod Rail Trail

If you are looking for a great family activity or just looking for some old-fashioned exercise, this 25-mile flat bike path runs along six towns and is a local and visitor favorite! Rent your bike and helmet at these popular bike shops:

• Chatham Hood Bikes

• Wheelhouse Bikes

Museums:

Need a break from the beach?

• Atwood Museum

• Chatham Railroad Museum

Nature Walk:

Monomoy National Wildlife Refuge

If you are looking to connect with nature and maybe see a few of our resident gray seals during your weekend in Cape Cod, check out the Wildlife Refuge. The refuge protects habitats critical to the survival of migratory birds, horseshoe crabs, tiger beetles, gray seals and other wildlife. Monomoy National Wildlife Refuge is on the southeast corner of Cape Cod in Chatham, Massachusetts and is open for access during the summer months.

Baseball:

Chatham Anglers Baseball Game

Your weekend in Cape Cod would not be complete without this quintessential summer-time activity. The Cape Cod minor league is donation-supported with teams spread across the Cape. Games start in June and run through August. Truly a gem and always a good time with family and friends.

Day Trips:

Day Trip to Nantucket

One of the most amazing things about Cape Cod is our islands. Nantucket, a former whaling port, will take you back in time with its quaint cottages, cobblestone streets, small shops and wonderful restaurants.

Pro tip: Avoid Hyannis summer traffic, pick up the Freedom Ferry from the beautiful Saquatucket Harbor in Harwich Port, only 15 minutes from downtown Chatham, MA. Parking is convenient and FREE for day-trippers.

For Foodies:

• Cuvee Chefs Table @ The Chatham Inn - Cuvee Chatham

• CBI Farm to Table - Chatham Bars Inn

Gourmet Breakfast:

• Hanger B - Hanger B Chatham

Local Coffee:

• Snowy Owl Coffee Roasters - Snowy Owl Coffee

Beachside Lunch:

• The Beach House @ Chatham Bars Inn - Beach House Grill

• The Pelham House Resort (Dennis Port) - Pelham House Resort Dining

Local Fish:

• Pisces Restaurant & Bar - Pisces of Chatham

• Impudent Oyster - The Impudent Oyster