Doane Trail
A great trail for introducing children to the natural beauty of the Cape.
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Doane Trail Details
This is a great trail for introducing children to the natural beauty of the Cape. You can navigate the half-mile of paved, wheelchair- (and stroller-) accessible trail in about a half-hour. Start at the Doane Picnic Area -- where the kids can play around massive Doane Rock -- before exploring the pine and oak forest along the loop trail, which also offers views of Nauset Marsh.
Difficulty
Low
Distance
0.5 miles
Estimated time
30 minutes
Region
N/A
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Nearby Points of Interest Around Doane Trail
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Doanne Rock Picnic Area
A permanent structure located near the parking lot and open seasonally.
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Doanne Rock Picnic Area
A small picnic area next to a massive glacial boulder.
0.5 mi away
Former Coast Guard Station
The first headquarters of the Cape Cod National Seashore.
0.5 mi away
Coast Guard Beach
The spot where the Mayflower first made landfall in the New World in 1620.
