Long Point Lighthouse, Provincetown, Massachusetts
Did you know you can stand of the very tip of Cape Cod? You can!
Long Point Lighthouse marks the very tip of Cape Cod and is perched on a sandy stretch of beach, offering beautiful views in all directions.
You can get here a few different ways, but my favorite is by taking the Long Point Shuttle from MacMillan Pier in Ptown. You'll hop on the shuttle boat and enjoy a scenic 10 minute ride across the harbor as you make your way to Long Point. Keep an eye out for the seals bobbing up and down close to the shore. Sometimes you can hear them singing, too!
When you arrive, the skipper will let you off and you'll have the whole island to yourself. You'll be picked up at the same location, so make a note of it when you're off the boat.
Once on Long Point, feel free to explore. You'll see the lighthouse and a large wooden cross which was placed as a memorial for a fallen WWII soldier. If you venture off shore at all, be mindful of possible sharks in the water. In Cape Cod, where there are seals, there very well could be sharks nearby, which is why I only dip my toes in here.
Enjoy your stay with whatever you brought along (towels, snacks & drinks, etc.), and be sure to bring everything back with you, as there are no trash bins. There are no restrooms either, so plan for that, too.
This is a must-do if you're in Ptown for the day. I hope you enjoy your trip!