Can you see whales from shore in Cape Cod?

If you're a landlubber and don't want to hop on a boat, one of the best places to observe whales from shore is Race Point Beach, part of the National Seashore, and a quick drive from the center of Provincetown. Located at the tip of the Cape, this beach has breathtaking views in all directions.



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Cape Cod is a premier location in the U.S. to whale watch. Stellwagen Bank National Marine Sanctuary is a protected area that stretches from Cape Ann to Cape Cod. Even the local cruises guarantee a 99% whale-spotting success rate.

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2 What is the best time of year for a whale-watching cruise? Prime whale-watching season in Boston lasts from May to October, when the whales migrate to the warm North Atlantic for the summer. You can sometimes see whales in March, April, and November too. 3 What is the best place to see whales in Boston?

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Great whites come to Cape Cod waters every year, migrating north for the summer. However, orcas are rarely seen off Massachusetts. In the U.S. orcas typically reside in waters from central California to southeast Alaska. It is not the only time orcas have been spotted off Cape Cod, however.

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Boat-based tours can provide tourists with closer views of whales and dolphins in their natural environment, and inspire awe and wonder through these at-sea encounters.

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