September 20, 2021
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Wellfleet Bay is open Monday-Saturday from 9am-4pm—read guidelines before visiting. Read More
Wellfleet Bay Wildlife Sanctuary
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Wellfleet Bay provides peace and unmatched beauty on the hillsides and shoreline overlooking Wellfleet Harbor. Extensive trails bring you to a panoramic salt marsh, sandy barrier beach, and pine woodlands, each attracting a wide array of wildlife. The sanctuary features a universally accessible trail and an award-winning “green” nature center with numerous exhibits and aquariums. Please leave dogs and other pets at home.
Location: 291 State Highway Route 6, South Wellfleet, MA 02663
Phone: 508-349-2615
Hours: Nature Center open Monday-Saturday, 9 am-4 pm; Trails open daily, 7:30 am–8 pm
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Sanctuary News & Events
Wellfleet Bay Wildlife Sanctuary
This summer's Wild, Wild Auction was a wild, wild success! For the second year, this online event raised critical funds for Mass Audubon's work on Cape Cod. The bidding was strong and participation was wide-ranging.
Wellfleet Bay Wildlife Sanctuary
Lillie Peterson-Wirtanen has joined Mass Audubon Cape Cod’s development team, succeeding Sheila Hoogeboom, who retired this month. Lillie will work closely with the region's Leadership Friends and grants programs.
Upcoming Programs
These quieter hours are set aside for those with sensory needs to experience the sanctuary at their own pace. Read more