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Long Pasture Wildlife Sanctuary
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Ponds, vernal pools, open meadows,
salt marsh, and other habitats make
this 101-acre sanctuary a haven
for many species of wildlife. Two
and a half miles of trails wander
through several Cape Cod habitats.
Along the trails, you will find groves
of tupelo, holly, and spruce trees.
Surprisingly large oak trees along
with red maple are interspersed
throughout the property. The
trails are easy to walk with gentle
slopes along mowed grass paths
ending with a spectacular view of
Barnstable Harbor. Watch the sunny
open meadows for many different
species of butterflies, dragonflies,
and red-tailed hawks.
Stop in at our Visitor Center to pick
up our trail maps, and information
on upcoming programs and events.
View live animal exhibits, natural
history displays, and information
illustrating the work of the Coastal
Waterbird Program, as well as
hands-on “curiosity” learning aids
for children of all ages.
Address:
345 Bone Hill Road
Barnstable, MA 02637
508-362-7475
longpasture@massaudubon.org
Nature Center/Trail Hours:
Trails open every day, dawn to dusk
- For Your Safety
- Do not feed any animals
- Stay on trails to avoid ticks and poison ivy
- Do not smoke anywhere on the sanctuary
- Do not pick or collect plants or crops without permission
- Avoid Conflicts with Wildlife
- Do not bring pets, leashed or unleashed, on to the site
- Picnic only in designated areas
- Do not bring motorized vehicles or bicycles onto the site
- Hunting, fishing, or trapping are not permitted
Admission:
Mass Audubon Members enjoy FREE admission.
Not a Member? Join Today!
$4 for nonmember adults;
$3 for nonmember children (2-12)
and seniors
Directions:
Cross the Sagamore Bridge onto Cape Cod. From Route 6, take exit 7 to Yarmouth Port. Go north one mile on Willow Street, and take a left onto Route 6A west. Proceed for approximately one mile, then take a right on Bone Hill Road (where you’ll see a large sign for the Harbor Point Restaurant) and a smaller sign for Long Pasture. Follow Bone Hill Road past the upper trail head parking area to the end of Bone Hill Rd and look for a large white Sanctuary sign on your left. Take this driveway to the Visitor Center parking area. Parking is available in the field to your left, and around the circular drive in front of the Visitor Center.
By public transportation: Public Transportation is available through the Cape Cod Regional Transport Authority (CCRTA). For Information regarding standard bus routes near the sanctuary or to request a b-bus for door-to-door service, call (800) 352-7155 or visit: www.capecodrta.org.
Directions to Cape Cod Center for Bird Conservation:
As above. Use the entrance to the Visitor Center.
Acres:
101
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