Griffin Island
This roughly four-mile hike circles Griffin Island.
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Griffin Island Details
This roughly four-mile hike circles Griffin Island, which once was a true island but has been reconnected to the mainland by a sandbar. Park at the Great Island lot and follow the Griffin Island signs to Chequesset Neck Road to begin your hike; the trail leads along the edge of Duck Island Marsh, with a side path to a clifftop offering great views of Provincetown and Cape Cod Bay.
Difficulty
Moderate
Distance
6 miles
Estimated time
5 hours
Region
N/A
Nearby Parks Around Griffin Island
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Nearby Points of Interest Around Griffin Island
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0.2 mi away
Duck Harbor Beach
Known for its calm waters, soft white sand, and low dunes.
0.6 mi away
Atwood Higgins House
An early example of an architectural style that's still the most popular on the island.
0.7 mi away
Bound Brook Island
Scenic overlooks, beach strolls, and a visit to the site of the Atwood-Higgins homestead.
1.0 mi away
Great Island Picnic Area
A great place to fuel up before exploring the seven miles of trails.
1.0 mi away
Great Island Trail
Plan to spend half a day exploring the meandering trails around Great Island.
