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6 Can’t-Miss Hikes Near Barnstable
Get outside and explore — these nearby hikes offer everything from easy strolls to more challenging treks for every kind of adventurer.
Barnstable and Hyannis are full of opportunities to get outside and explore the great outdoors. Whether you're looking for a quick stroll or a more challenging trek, these can't-miss hikes in and around Barnstable and Hyannis offer something for every kind of adventurer.
Please note: Drive times are approximate and may vary based on your starting point and traffic. Be sure to check for trail closures and consider weather conditions before heading out.
1. Hathaway’s Pond Conservation Area
📍Hathaway's Ponds, Barnstable, MA
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This easy loop trail encircles a clear kettle pond and passes through shaded pine and oak forest, perfect for a peaceful walk or family outing. The atmosphere is quiet and refreshing, with minimal elevation and great spots for a picnic or swim.
2. West Barnstable Conservation Area
📍Prospect St, West Barnstable, MA
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This large trail network ranges from easy to moderate, winding through quiet forest, cranberry bogs and glacial kettle holes. The terrain is gently rolling and peaceful, with plenty of trail options for hikers, bikers and dog walkers.
3. Long Pasture Wildlife Sanctuary
📍345 Bone Hill Rd, Cummaquid, MA, ~15 mins from Barnstable
An easy, family-friendly trail system takes you through salt marshes, wildflower meadows and shaded woodland with views of Barnstable Harbor. The setting feels open and scenic, perfect for spotting shorebirds and learning about local ecology.
4. Hyannis Ponds Wildlife Management Area
📍Hyannis, MA
With around 3 miles of flat, well-marked trails through mixed woods, ponds and wetland edges, this is an easy to moderate hike. You’ll enjoy a peaceful natural setting, excellent birdwatching, and occasional glimpses of turtles basking on logs.
5. Lowell Holly Reservation
📍S Sandwich Rd, Mashpee, MA, ~25 mins from Barnstable
Featuring moderate 4 miles of trails through rhododendron, mountain-laurel and holly groves around two ponds. The setting is lush and scenic, with rolling woodland knolls and ample birdlife.
6. Cape Cod Rail Trail
📍Cape Cod Rail Trail, MA, ~30 mins from Barnstable
Mostly easy paved path, flat and direct, stretching 6–8 miles toward Wellfleet. It passes through coastal woodlands and cranberry bogs, offering a peaceful, open-space experience ideal for both hikers and bikers.
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