Explore Cape Cod A Perfect Day in Bourne
Trail run at Four Ponds, bar pizza at the Trading Post Lounge, and an evening cheering on the Bourne Braves at Doran Park. Russell & Erin's #1 tip: find Mt. Zig in Frances A. Crane Wildlife Management Area — one of the highest points on Cape Cod and most people have never heard of it.
Explore Bourne with Russel & Erin Salamone
From the pages of the 2026 Love Local Field Guide
Start your day at:
We like to start our day with a trail walk or run with our dogs in the Four Ponds Conservation Area in the Bourne Town Forest. These historic trails wind through picturesque ponds and wetlands.
Spend your morning:
Need a gift or something special for yourself? The Mamma Bear Shop in Pocasset sells homemade, organic, and local treasures for all occasions. They also offer fashion, skincare, home decor and more.
Grab lunch at:
Trading Post Lounge, the "TPL" -- best bar pizza and cold beverages around!
Spend your afternoon:
When in Bourne a bike ride on the Cape Cod Canal is a must. If you happen to have forgotten your bike, do not worry! Buzzard's Bay Bikes in downtown "B-Bay" rents all types of bikes and e-bikes. Just ask for Kaylen. He'll get you set up! P.S. He's also a pro mountain biker!
Indulge in a treat at:
Whistle Stop Ice Cream -- enjoy your ice cream on the swings at Chester Park Recreation Area in Monument Beach.
End your day at:
Cape Cod Baseball League and popcorn, an evening watching the Bourne Braves with the family at Doran Park.
Bonus -- Hidden Gem or Insider Tip:
Frances A. Crane Wildlife Management Area offers a unique maze of hiking and mountain biking trails. Try to find "Mt. Zig," one of the highest points on Cape Cod.
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