For ORV sticker information and other information on Sandy Neck Beach, call (508) 362-8300.

The Brewster flats are another great bet. It has been said that Brewster has more miles of flats than any other town on the Cape. The flats are extensive, and sight-casting is sometimes possible here. Sand eels are the most popular bait and can be purchased at many of the area's bait and tackle shops.

One of the more popular areas is off Robbins Hill Beach. There's a wide sand bar offshore that parallels the beach at low tide. Stripers forage on sand eels and baitfish in the water between the bar and shore. Some anglers wade out from the beach on the falling tide, while others go via kayak.

It's important to note that the tide moves in fast on the Cape's flats. Anglers on foot would be well advised to keep a close eye on conditions because distances on the flats can be deceiving. Pack a compass or GPS unit in case of heavy fog.

Robbins Hill Beach is not far from Route 6A. Take Lower Road and then follow Lower Road, turning north onto Robbins Hill Road. Continue to the parking lot at the end. The parking lot is open by permit only from 9 a.m. through 3 p.m. between June 15 and Sept. 1. You can obtain permits and a map at the Visitor Information Center at the Brewster Town Office Building, 2198 Main Street, or by calling (508) 896-4511.

Expect to pay $15 or more per day. This lot fills up fast, so it's best to get there early, especially on the weekends.

Paine's Creek Beach, west of Robbins Hill Beach, is a top Brewster flats bet. The conditions are similar to those at Robbins Hill Beach, as are the parking regulations. You may use the same parking sticker in the parking lot here.

There's some great flats fishing in front of the beach at low tide. On the early outgoing tide, the mouth of Paine's Creek, to the left of the parking lot, can be a productive spot for stripers. To get there, turn north onto Paine's Creek Road from Route 6A in Brewster and follow it to the parking lot at the end.

LOWER CAPE
The town of Chatham abounds with opportunities for the shore-bound angler, and Hardings Beach is one of the more popular spots. Heading east on Route 28 in Chatham, turn right on Barn Hill road and follow it for approximately one-half mile. Turn right on Hardings Beach Road and follow to the parking area at the end. From early June through Labor Day, the parking fee is $15 per day between 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

The area southeast of the parking lot down to Stage Harbor Light House is a good place to start your search for stripers. Concentrate on the channels between sandbars.

Sand eels are effective bait here during the summer months. For local information, contact Chatham Bait and Tackle at (508) 945-9779.