Nickerson State Park is a premier 1,900-acre camping destination in Brewster, Massachusetts, offering a serene Cape Cod getaway surrounded by pine forests, scenic ponds, and extensive trail systems. The park accommodates tents, trailers, and RVs across over 400 campsites with full amenities including showers, restrooms, water hookups, and dump stations.
The park's eight freshwater ponds provide excellent opportunities for fishing (four are stocked year-round with trout), boating, canoeing, and kayaking. An extensive network of wooded hiking trails winds through the property, while an 8-mile bike path connects visitors to the renowned 26-mile Cape Cod Rail Trail—perfect for cyclists exploring the Cape Cod region.
Activities extend beyond water recreation, with horseback riding, basketball, cross-country skiing in winter, and swimming options throughout the seasons. The park features picnic tables and grills at each campsite, a playground, and an amphitheater for gatherings. Pet-friendly camping is available, making it welcoming for families traveling with animals.
Accessibility is a priority, with adaptive camping facilities, beach wheelchairs, and seasonal adaptive programming through Spaulding Adaptive Sports Center. Nickerson State Park delivers an authentic Cape Cod experience where visitors can enjoy both outdoor adventure and peaceful natural surroundings.