Provincetown: An Eco-Tourism Destination

Provincetown is surrounded by an abundance of natural resources that are available to the Town and its visitors. More than half of Provincetown is comprised of the National Seashore, federally protected animal and bird life, and miles of trails for walking and biking. Furthermore, Provincetown offers: 

• authentic and unique experience (quintessential New England Experience and GLBT experience) 
• history (we have the Pilgrim story and the Dozen Distinctive Destinations award)
• nature (nature walks, dunes, beaches, whales, etc)
• outdoor activities (boating, biking and the incredible, new bike trails, walking, beaching, etc)
• conservation programs (water and energy conservations, recycling program, compost pile)
• seasons
• public transportation (a car is not needed in Provincetown)
• lighthouses and harbor.

The following is a listing of Provincetown's environmental riches: 

• The Cape Cod National Seashore (celebrating their 51st anniversary in 2012)
• Nature Walks & Bird Watching
• Whale Watching