Cape Cod Traffic Tip #1 – Come off at Exit 2 Assuming there’s “only” a two to three-mile tailback at the Sagamore Bridge, you can avoid a lot of Cape Cod traffic by coming off at Exit 2, which is about three miles before you come to the bridge. Take a right at the end of the ramp and go underneath the highway.
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What is the best time to drive to the Cape?
Best times to drive to the Cape:
- Sunday through Thursday.
- Fridays before 2 p.m. or after 9 p.m.
- Saturdays before 8 a.m. or after 2 p.m.
Is Cape Cod crowded?
During July & August some areas of Cape Cod are congested but there are less crowded spots, just depends on what you are looking for. If you want to rent a quiet cottage and get away from it all, there are plenty to choose from.
Do you have to go over a bridge to get to Cape Cod?
Driving to Cape Cod
If you’re going to Sandwich, Hyannis, or other Cape points, don’t take the Bourne Bridge, but take US 6 East just before the Bourne Bridge, and this will take you north and east to the Sagamore Bridge, where you cross the canal.
Is there a backup at the Bourne Bridge?
The Bourne Bridge and Sagamore Bridge are both backed up Saturday morning with long lines of traffic heading toward Cape Cod.There is close to a three mile backup heading south on Route 3 over the Sagamore Bridge.
How old are the Cape Cod bridges?
“The Bourne and the Sagamore bridges are vital parts of the Cape’s economy and their way of life, connecting the residents of this region to the rest of Massachusetts,” Markey said Wednesday. “Unfortunately these two bridges are also over 80 years old, structurally deficient and in desperate need of replacement.”
When should I visit Cape Cod?
The best time to visit Cape Cod is May, June, September or October. These shoulder months usher in pleasant temperatures for outdoor pursuits, fewer crowds than the busy summer season and reasonable room rates.
What is the best time to leave Cape Cod on Saturday?
If you’re visiting from off Cape and venturing to the Cape on the weekend, the best time to travel is before 2 p.m. and after 9 p.m. on Friday and before 8 a.m. and after 2 p.m. on Saturday. Sunday through Thursday are the best travel days, as the traffic flow is not as dense as it is at week’s end.
Is the water warm in Cape Cod?
Now here’s the thing about the water in Cape Cod Bay. Depending on the direction the wind is blowing any given day, the water can be cold – in the low 60s, or more moderate, in the 70s. Think of Cape Cod Bay as a big bathtub: as the weather gets warmer, it warms up the surface of the water.
Does it snow in Cape Cod?
Because Cape Cod stands guard offshore from the New England land mass, swaddled in both cold and warm waters, its weather is unique to the region.Similarly, when the balance of New England is painted white by snow, a true snowfall is rare on Cape Cod.
Where do you stop on the way to Cape Cod?
Stops to Make As You Road Trip From NYC to Cape Cod
- The Empire State Building, New York City, New York.
- Elm Street Diner, Stamford, CT.
- Benefit Street, Providence, Rhode Island.
- Cape Cod Canal, Massachusetts.
Can you drive your car to Cape Cod?
With no bridge or connected road, you can’t drive here, so travel via air or sea is the only way to arrive. For those planning to take a ferry, the option of taking your car over is available only through the Steamship Authority.
Do you need a car in Cape Cod?
Re: Cape cod without a car?? If you would be content with taking the Ferry to Provincetown and staying there, then you don’t need a car. P-Town is a fun spot to spend a few days. If you want to tour other areas of the cape, you’ll really need a car.
How long does it take to drive the length of Cape Cod?
Total distance is about 25 miles one way. This drive can take two or more days for visitors who spend lots of time at beaches and other points along the way. Learn more at Cape Cod Vacations.
When was the Bourne Bridge built?
1933
How many people jumped off the Bourne Bridge?
Between 1967 and 1977, 36 persons were recorded as having died by suicide from the Bourne and Sagamore bridges, and another 24 had attempted but either survived or were apprehended.
Is there a tunnel under the Cape Cod Canal?
Please Note: The Cape Cod Canal Tunnel is a fictitious tunnel under the Cape Cod Canal. No such tunnel has been built, nor is it likely to be. The Cape Cod Tunnel Permits are sold on the known premise that there is no tunnel.
Is Cape Cod man made?
On July 24, 1914 the Cape Cod Canal was opened after construction had begun five years earlier on June 19, 1909. It would open as a privately operated toll waterway and connect Cape Cod Bay to Buzzards Bay.However the peninsula known as Cape Cod once the canal had been completed would become a manmade island.
Which part of Cape Cod is best?
The Outer Cape can be the best place to stay on Cape Cod if you want to totally escape and get out there. Until you get to Provincetown, that is a whole other animal! At the tip of Cape Cod sits the creative, colorful, artsy, high energy community of P’town.
What should I pack for Cape Cod?
How to Pack for Cape Cod (Like a Local).
- Something warm. I find that this is the thing people are most often to forget.
- A classic striped tee. (Preferably a size or two too big so that it’s nice and slouchy.)
- White Jeans.
- A panama hat.
- Lots of t-shirts.
- Cotton Coverups and Caftans.
- Birkenstocks.
- Rubber Flip Flops.
What is the hottest month in Cape Cod?
July
The hottest month of the year in Cape Cod is July, with an average high of 77°F and low of 64°F. The cold season lasts for 3.4 months, from December 10 to March 24, with an average daily high temperature below 45°F.
