Truro Vineyards

Truro has the bragging rights to some of the Cape's loveliest secluded beaches. On the bay side, Pilgrim Beach and Corn Hill offer calm surf and great views of Provincetown. On the ocean side, Longnook, Ballston, and Head of the Meadow are favorites for their big waves, magnificent dunes, and scenic overlooks. For some added fun, get a permit from the Province Lands Visitor Center, and gather some friends for a sunset campfire.

The landscapes around Truro are apt to bring out your inner artist. Hone your skills in any medium at the Truro Center for the Arts at Castle Hill, where distinguished artists from around the world offer workshops and courses in an 1882 horse barn. Later, view other artful expressions at the Payomet Performing Arts Center. Its summer stage is under a big white tent at Highlands Center at the Cape Cod National Seashore.

Oenophiles should stop by Truro Vineyards of Cape Cod, whose nearly 200-year-old farmhouse was immortalized in Edward Hopper's 1930 painting, Rich's House. From April through December, tour the winery's grounds and sample its award-winning wines, including Cranberry Red and Cape Blush. Continue your gourmet adventure at the Atlantic Spice Company, where a vast assortment of spices, teas, herbs, and nuts are sold at wholesale prices.

Golfers take note: Besides being the oldest course on the Cape and one of the only links courses around, the Highland Links Golf Course has fairways of rough purple heath and beach grass, and breathtaking ocean views, which make for a memorable nine holes. From May through October, take a guided tour of Highland Light, Cape Cod's oldest lighthouse, and continue your trip through history at the nearby Highland House Museum.

Did You Know?

With year-round residents numbering only about 1,800, Truro is the least populated of all the Cape Cod towns. Although there is no real town center, it is a closely knit community made up of tradesmen, fishermen, retirees, and families. With over half of its land area protected by the Cape Cod National Seashore, residents are mostly united in their efforts to preserve the natural beauty of their town.

A Look Back

Truro has had several different names since it was known as Pamet or Payomet in 1697. From 1705 to 1709, the town was known as Dangerfield because of the high volume of shipwrecks along the eastern shore between Truro and Wellfleet. Some experts believe more ships have met their demise near Truro than any other part of Cape Cod.

Don't Miss

If boogie-boarding is your thing, then Head of the Meadow Beach is the place to go. At low tide, the sandbar creates the perfect swells for children and adults to catch waves and have fun. In addition to its beautiful sandy beach, Head of the Meadow offers a unique historical sight: On the east side of the beach at low tide, you may see part of a sunken ship poking out of the waves.

If You Go

Truro Chamber of Commerce

508-487-1288

www.trurochamberofcommerce.com