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Race Point Beach

Provincetown, Barnstable County · 02657

Wild Atlantic beach at the tip of Cape Cod, often strewn with green and blue sea glass, though shifting sand can bury it.

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Aerial view of Race Point's sandy spit and lighthouse at the tip of Cape Cod
Photo: “Race point (308191326)” by Art01852, CC BY 2.0

About Race Point Beach

Race Point faces the open Atlantic at the very end of Cape Cod. Strong currents around the tip of the Cape bring in a good deal of glass, though the beach is sandy and finds can be buried, so a little digging helps. It can be hard to reach at the height of summer.

Sea glass at Race Point Beach

Frequently awash with sea glass, especially greens and blues. Sand can cover pieces, so dig gently along the tideline.

Visiting Race Point Beach

Safety
Check the tide times before you go and head out on a falling tide, so you're never cut off. Keep away from the bottom of cliffs, wear sturdy shoes on rocks, and follow the collecting rules above.
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      • newengland.com : New England Today: 'almost always awash in sea glass', many greens and blues; sand can bury glass.

      Last updated 24 October 2026

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