A National Seashore hilltop with sweeping views over Nauset Marsh, the barrier spit, and the Atlantic beyond, reached by a short walk past the historic Penniman House. Two connected loop trails, one an easy boardwalk through a red maple swamp, cover the same figure-eight parcel.
What to expect
Birdwatching
Allowed year-round
Managed by
Cape Cod National Seashore
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On site
Info kiosk
trailhead signage near the Penniman House
Common questions
Where do I park, is it obvious?
The main 15-car lot sits right by the historic Penniman House on Fort Hill Road; if that's full, an overflow lot with about a dozen more spaces is 0.2 miles farther down the same road, both free.
Is there an entry fee at Fort Hill?
No, entry is free.
Can I bring my dog to Fort Hill?
Dogs are allowed. Leash rules and clean-up requirements usually apply, so check posted signs.