Swimming in Wellfleet

Wellfleet, MA, United States

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Gull Pond

Lake

Beginner

Gull Pond is a 109-acre kettle pond about 19 meters deep and the busiest of Wellfleet's ponds, with a shaded town beach that fills on summer afternoons. Kayaks, canoes and paddle boats launch from the landing, and a sluiceway links it to Higgins Pond, so wear a bright cap if you swim out from shore. You need a Wellfleet beach sticker to park from the third Saturday in June through Labor Day.

Open Water Swimming in Wellfleet

Wellfleet offers 1 open water swimming locations across Lake environments. Whether you are a beginner looking for a calm, sheltered swim or an experienced open water swimmer seeking a challenge, there are options for every level.

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Swimming Guides

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Open Water Safety

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Reading Conditions

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Ocean Swimming

Waves, rip currents, and a progression plan

Cold Water Swimming

Acclimatization, gear, and safe exposure

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