Bound Brook Island facts for kids
 Bound Brook Island
Location in Massachusetts
Bound Brook Island
Location in the United States
Location of Bound Brook Island in Massachusetts
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| Coordinates | 41°57′20″N 70°03′58″W / 41.9556602°N 70.0661339°W |
| Highest elevation | 79 ft (24.1 m) |
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| State |  Massachusetts |
| Location | Cape Cod |
Bound Brook Island is a small piece of land located in Barnstable County, Massachusetts, in the United States. It's found on the famous Cape Cod peninsula. This area is known for its beautiful beaches and unique coastal features.
Bound Brook Island is special because of its location. It lies between two waterways: a stream called Bound Brook and an inlet known as Duck Harbor.
Where is Bound Brook Island?
Bound Brook Island is about 2 miles (3.2 kilometers) northwest of the village of Wellfleet. Wellfleet is a town on Cape Cod, known for its charming harbor and oyster farms. The island is part of the larger Town of Wellfleet.
What makes it an island?
The name "island" for Bound Brook Island comes from how the tides affect the land. In the past, especially during high tides in spring and fall, the water from Bound Brook would surround this area. This made it act like a true island, cut off from the mainland by water.
Nearby Landmarks
South of Bound Brook Island, you can find a place called Great Beach Hill. This hill is another notable landmark in the area, adding to the interesting landscape around the island. The region is a mix of hills, marshes, and waterways.
