Discover Truro
What To Do
Lighthouses, golf, kayaking, trails, whale watching, and world-class day trips — all from a small town on the outer Cape.
Historic Landmarks
Truro's Must-See Sites
Highland Light (Cape Cod Light)
The oldest and tallest lighthouse on Cape Cod, first lit in 1797. Climb the tower for panoramic views of the Atlantic and the outer Cape. Open for tours in summer.
27 Highland Light Rd, North TruroHighland House Museum
Home of the Truro Historical Society. Exhibits on Truro's maritime heritage, shipwreck history, and local art — housed in the beautifully restored Highland Hotel building.
6 Highland Light Rd, North TruroTee Time
Highland Golf Links
Established in 1892, Highland Golf Links is the oldest links-style golf course on the East Coast. This 9-hole course sits on the bluffs above the Atlantic — with views of Highland Light and the ocean from nearly every hole.
No tee times needed for this municipal course. Walk the fairways the way golf was meant to be played — with ocean wind, natural terrain, and over 130 years of history under your feet.
Water & Nature
Outdoor Adventures
Kayaking the Pamet River
Paddle 4.2 miles of tidal river from Pamet Harbor to Ballston Beach. Glide through salt marsh, spot herons, and experience the river the way it was meant to be seen.
Nearby Kayak Rentals:
Pamet Harbor Club — on-site at Pamet Harbor, (508) 349-3772
Jack's Boat Rental — Wellfleet, delivers to Truro, (508) 349-9808
Coyote Kayaks — Provincetown, delivery available, (508) 413-9563
Goose Hummock — Orleans, Cape's largest outfitter
Pamet Area Trails & Bearberry Hill
Hike through pitch pine forest and up Bearberry Hill for sweeping views of the Pamet valley, Cape Cod Bay, and the Atlantic. Part of the Cape Cod National Seashore trail system.
Whale Watching
The Stellwagen Bank National Marine Sanctuary sits just offshore. Humpback whales, fin whales, and dolphins are regularly spotted from April through October.
Charter Fishing
Deep-sea fishing charters depart right from Truro and nearby harbors. Striped bass, bluefish, bluefin tuna, and more — with experienced local captains.
Reel Deal Fishing Charters — Truro, 25+ years, Capt. Bobby Rice
Schooney Fishing Charters — Truro, Capt. Eric
Head of the Meadow Bike Trail
A paved 2-mile bike path connecting Head of the Meadow Beach to High Head. Flat, scenic, and perfect for families — runs through National Seashore land.
Payomet Performing Arts Center
Live music, theater, comedy, and film under the big tent in the woods. Payomet is Truro's cultural heartbeat — a beloved gathering place all summer long.
Nearby
Day Trips from Truro
10 Minutes North
Provincetown
Art galleries, whale watching, world-class restaurants, and the vibrant energy of P-town — the crown jewel of the outer Cape. Walk Commercial Street, visit PAAM, or take a dune tour.
10 Minutes South
Wellfleet
Famous for oysters, the Wellfleet Drive-In Theater, and galleries on Main Street. Don't miss the Wellfleet Bay Wildlife Sanctuary — a Mass Audubon gem with trails through salt marsh and pine forest.
15 Minutes South
PB Boulangerie Bistro
A French bakery and bistro in South Wellfleet that draws visitors from across the Cape. Croissants, pastries, and bistro dinners that rival anything in Boston.
Make Truro Yours
There's so much more to know.
We send a few notes a year — river updates, events, and ways to help protect the places you've come to love.
