East Orleans
A village on the Atlantic side of Orleans — home to Nauset Beach, one of Cape Cod’s most iconic ocean beaches.
Overview
East Orleans is known primarily for Nauset Beach, one of the most spectacular ocean beaches on the Atlantic Coast. The beach stretches for miles along the open Atlantic and is a premier destination for surfing, swimming, and beach driving (with permit).
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Key Locations
Nauset Beach
Iconic Atlantic Ocean beach. Miles of sandy shoreline. ORV access with permit. Lifeguards in season.
Public Beaches
🌊 Nauset Beach
One of Cape Cod’s most spectacular ocean beaches — a long barrier beach on the Atlantic with powerful surf, wide sand, and dramatic dune formations. Popular for swimming, surfing, and surfcasting. Resident sticker or daily fee required. Lifeguards in season.
🌊 Pochet Beach
A quieter alternative to Nauset, accessed through residential East Orleans. Beautiful views of Pleasant Bay and the Atlantic beyond. Limited parking — arrive early in summer.