Herring Run Recreation Area
810 Scenic Highway, Bourne, Massachusetts, United States
About the Herring Run Recreation Area
Herring Run Recreation Area is a beautiful park and tourist attraction located at 810 Scenic Highway in Bourne, Massachusetts, United States. Recently awarded the Coastal Stewardship Award by the national Coastal and Estuarine Research Federation, this area is known for its programs to protect and preserve Buzzards Bay. A short documentary highlights the impact of nitrogen pollution on the Westport River and Buzzards Bay.
Situated near the midpoint of the Cape Cod Canal, Herring Run Recreation Area is where the Herring River flows into the canal. During spring, visitors can witness hundreds of herring on their spawning migration upstream. The park features a family-friendly nature trail and easy access to the Cape Cod Canal Bikeway.
One of the main attractions at Herring Run Recreation Area is the fish ladder, which helps migrating river herring swim upstream to spawn. The park also serves as an access point to the Cape Cod Canal Bikeway, a 7-mile paved service road perfect for walking, biking, and fishing along the canal.
Visitors can also explore the Bournedale Hills Trail, a pine tree-lined nature trail that leads to Bourne Scenic Park. The trail includes an interpretive loop with information about the canal’s history and natural features.
The river herring that swim up the fish ladder at Herring Run Recreation Area play a crucial role in the local ecosystem, serving as food for larger sportfish and ospreys. The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers works to maintain the infrastructure of the area.
Whether you're interested in fishing, walking, or biking along the scenic Cape Cod Canal, Herring Run Recreation Area is the perfect starting point. Be sure to follow all posted rules and regulations while visiting this beautiful destination.
Photos of Herring Run Recreation Area
810 Scenic Hwy, Bourne, MA 02532, United States
Opening hours of Herring Run Recreation Area
Monday:
06:00 - 20:00
Tuesday:
06:00 - 20:00
Wednesday:
06:00 - 20:00
Thursday:
06:00 - 20:00
Friday:
06:00 - 20:00
Saturday:
06:00 - 20:00
Sunday:
06:00 - 20:00
Reviews of Herring Run Recreation Area
"Very clean and pretty place. If I wasn't passing through for work, I'd sit and read for a while."
"So beautiful view peaceful place. Just there is no real bethroom. There is the plastic box bethroom and is very dirty and disgusting. But the place is beautiful."
"Great views and wonderful place to walk along the water."
"Great and easy walk. Boats coming and going. Bathrooms along the way. Highly recommend"
"Fun spot to see herring and fisherman. Unfortunately its also a great spot to see everyone there that was fishing breaking the law and taking not only herring but stringers of striped bass that weren't slot fish. It seemed as if everyone there fishing was somehow ill informed of catch limitations and size restrictions."
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