On the Road

If it’s got anything to do with the ocean, you can probably find it on Cape Cod. A long jutting peninsula off the coast of Massachusetts, Cape Cod is a string of charming storybook villages, sandy beaches and, of course, the open ocean. Walking and biking are popular ways to see the area, but the best views are from the water.

Deep Sea Fishing: Love to fish? Then you’ve got to head out to deep waters and try for the real fighters like bluefin and yellowfin tuna, swordfish, white marlin, mahi mahi and shark. Closer to shore you’ll find many breeds of bluefish, striped bass and fluke all feeding on the sand eels that live all along the coastline. You can catch your fill of these beauties just casting from shore.

Whale Watching: If you’ve never seen a whale in its natural habitat, you’re in for a treat. Boats head out daily from a number of ports all bound for the Stellwagen Bank National Marine Sanctuary. The Sanctuary is a protected feeding ground for many species of whales including finbacks, minke and the dramatic humpbacks. On-board naturalists give you detailed information about the whales and how to spot them rising from the deep.

Bird and Seal Watching: Scenic day cruises stick closer to shore and give you the opportunity to view nature in all her summer splendor. As the boat lazily makes its way along the coastline, you’ll see seals sunning themselves and rare birds like Osprey diving for fish. Boats leave port all day long, so it’s easy to fit into your schedule.

If you fancy a relaxing ferry ride, you can also take a day trip across the bay to the islands of Martha’s Vineyard and Nantucket. Both known for their quaint New England charm, the islands welcome visitors with plenty of shops, restaurants and, of course, glorious beaches.

No matter where you stay on the island, RVers are welcome. You can find a list of dozens of campgrounds here. The cape makes a great home base for exploring all the history and excitement in Boston, just a short drive or boat ride away. Though the peak summer season is July and August, visitors linger on well into October to take advantage of the cooler days and spectacular foliage season. If you’re looking for a quintessential New England experience, be sure to spend some time exploring Cape Cod.