Description:

We first discovered Long Pasture Wildlife Sanctuary a few years ago when we were invited to a special luncheon for innkeepers to showcase their lovely location and introduce their extensive educational programs for adults and children.

A division of the Massachusetts Audubon, Long Pasture sits at the end of a Bone Hill Road in the village of Barnstable, MA abutting Barnstable Harbor and Cape Cod Bay. Over 100 acres of meadows, salt marsh, vernal pools, and ponds invite the visitor to linger longer and commune with nature. Along the 2.5 mile trail system you may encounter an abundance of flora and fauna.

Hours are dawn to dusk and entrance fees are minimal. Throughout the year, an extensive array of educational programs are offered including goat hikes, oyster farm tours, night hikes, kayak excursions, and other aquatic adventures.