A lightly-visited National Seashore picnic area and trailhead off Route 6, with two short self-guided loops (Pilgrim Spring Trail and Small's Swamp Trail) that climb to bluff overlooks of the meadow, Pilgrim Lake, and the ocean beyond. It's a good stop for a quiet walk and a picnic table rather than a swimming destination.
What to expect
Trails
Two short self-guided loop trails, Pilgrim Spring Trail and Small's Swamp Trail, each roughly a third of a mile with bluff overlooks; rated easy with a solid…
Parking
Not confirmed · unconfirmed
Entry fee
Free; no entrance fee for this picnic/trail area
Accessibility
An accessible path and shaded picnic area are available near the west lot; the two hiking loops themselves have some slopes and are not fully step-free
Birdwatching
Allowed year-round
Managed by
Cape Cod National Seashore
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Parking
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What's here
On site
Restroom
Seasonal restrooms at the west parking lot, near the trailhead
Picnic area
Several picnic tables and a pavilion at the west lot
Shelter
A pavilion stands at the west parking lot
Info kiosk
Interpretive signage at the trailheads for both self-guided loops
Common questions
No, Pilgrim Heights is a picnic-and-trail stop with overlooks of the meadow, Pilgrim Lake, and the ocean in the distance; the closest swimmable beaches are Head of the Meadow to the south and High Head's dune-crossing beach to the north.
Both self-guided loops are short, roughly a third of a mile each, rated easy, so the site works well as a quick stop rather than a long hike.
Is there an entry fee at Pilgrim Heights?
Yes, Free; no entrance fee for this picnic/trail area
Can I bring my dog to Pilgrim Heights?
Dogs are allowed. Leash rules and clean-up requirements usually apply, so check posted signs.
Is Pilgrim Heights wheelchair accessible?
An accessible path and shaded picnic area are available near the west lot; the two hiking loops themselves have some slopes and are not fully step-free
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