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The Chatham Lighthouse: History and Heritage
Chatham Lighthouse: History and Heritage Chatham Lighthouse is an active U.S. Coast Guard light station at the elbow of Cape Cod, and you can visit it three ways: see it for free from the sidewalk or beach year-round, climb the tower on a free guided summer tour, or photograph it from the overlook above Lighthouse…
Read MoreHarding’s Beach Trail Walk in Chatham: A Coastal Escape for All Ages
Harding’s Beach Trail Walk in Chatham: A Coastal Escape for All Ages The Harding’s Beach trail runs 1.8 miles from the eastern parking lot to Stage Harbor Lighthouse, the last lighthouse built on Cape Cod. The walk crosses dune grass, salt marsh edges, and tidal flats along the south-facing shore of Nantucket Sound before reaching…
Read MoreChatham MA Photography Spots: Beyond the Lighthouse
Chatham MA Photography Spots: Beyond the Lighthouse Chatham, Massachusetts, sits at the elbow of Cape Cod, one of the most photogenic stretches of coastline in North America. Most visitors aim their cameras at Chatham Lighthouse, and for good reason. But the town holds a remarkable variety of Chatham, MA photography spots that go far deeper…
Read MoreMonomoy National Wildlife Refuge Guide
Monomoy National Wildlife Refuge Monomoy National Wildlife Refuge is a 7,921-acre federal wildlife refuge in Chatham, Massachusetts, on the southeast elbow of Cape Cod. It protects barrier islands, coastal marshes, and intertidal flats that support more than 285 bird species, between 30,000 and 50,000 gray seals, and five federally protected species. The refuge sits at…
Read MoreShell Fishing and Clamming in Chatham: A Local’s Guide
Shell Fishing and Clamming in Chatham: A Local’s Guide Visitors can go shell fishing in Chatham with the right local permit. Chatham’s tidal flats are among the most productive and accessible on Cape Cod, open to recreational clamming year-round for anyone who secures a valid shellfish permit from the Town of Chatham before stepping onto…
Read MoreDog-Friendly Chatham MA Beaches: Where To Go With Dogs And What To Know
Dog-Friendly Chatham MA Beaches: Where To Go With Dogs And What To Know Dogs are banned from most Chatham, MA beaches from May 1 through September 15 each year. The only summer exception is Jackknife Harbor Beach, on Pleasant Bay in North Chatham, where dogs are allowed before 9:00 a.m. and after 6:00 p.m. during…
Read MoreChatham Farmers Market Guide: Local Flavors And Community Spirit
Chatham Farmers Market Guide: Local Flavors And Community Spirit The Chatham Farmers Market is a Tuesday afternoon market in South Chatham, Massachusetts. It runs from 3 to 6 PM, May 19 through October 20, 2026, at 60 Meeting House Road, located on the grounds of Our Lady of Grace Catholic Church at the corner of…
Read MoreChatham Conservation Areas: A Complete Guide To Sylvan Gardens MA And Natural Spaces
Chatham Conservation Areas: A Complete Guide To Sylvan Gardens MA And Natural Spaces Sylvan Gardens MA is a 9.5-acre woodland conservation area in West Chatham with the only ADA-accessible trail in any Chatham conservation area, freshwater pond overlooks, and ornamental plantings left over from a working nursery that operated here into the mid-20th century. The…
Read MoreChatham Chamber & Merchants Association 2026 Events Timeline
Chatham Merchants Association 2026 Events Timeline Mark your calendars — 2026 is packed with exciting events in Chatham. From spring celebrations to festive holiday traditions, there’s something for everyone all year long. April 4 Easter Egg Hunt May 6 Spring Fashion Show June 16 – August 14 Art in the Park October 12 – 31…
Read MoreBird Watching In Chatham MA: Your Guide To Monomoy National Wildlife Refuge And Beyond
Bird Watching In Chatham MA: Your Guide To Monomoy National Wildlife Refuge And Beyond Bird Watching in Chatham MA is best when you match your plan to the coast. The birds follow tides, wind, and food. Visitors who ignore those drivers often walk a lot and see less. This guide is built for fast planning…
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