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A child dancing on the beach at dusk

Kayaking in Boston Harbor Islands National Recreational Area

An image of the sun setting over the Boston skyline from the Islands

Watch the sunset from Boston Harbor Islands

Children looking out at Boston from the Harbor Islands

Looking out at the city from the Boston Harbor Islands

Visit historic Fort Warren on Georges Island in Boston Harbor

Physical Address:

Boston Harbor Islands National and State Park

21 Second Ave

Charlestown, MA 02129

Mailing Address:

Boston Harbor Islands National and State Park

21 Second Ave

Charlestown, MA 02129

contact-details

Phone Number: 6172238666 Voice

Email Address: BOHA_Information@nps.gov
Description:

Fees

Entrance Fees

Entrance Passes

. . . where you can walk a Civil War-era fort, view historic lighthouses, explore tide pools, hike lush trails, camp under the stars, or relax while fishing, picnicking, or swimming—all within reach of downtown Boston. Youth programs, visitor services, research, wildlife management, and more are coordinated on the park's 34 islands and peninsulas by the Boston Harbor Islands Partnership.

park designation:National Recreation Area

Directions:

There are many ways to enjoy Boston Harbor Islands and many ways to get there. For more information on how to get to the park by ferry, car, or private boat, please visit www.bostonharborislands.org.

For detailed directions, please visit this link.

Directions

Operating Hours:

Boston Harbor Islands

Boston Harbor Islands is a Partnership park. Operating hours and seasons vary. Visit bostonharborislands.org to plan your trip.

Exceptions:

Winter (October 15, 2024 - May 17, 2025)

Weather Information:

The Boston Harbor Islands have a humid maritime climate characterized by slightly cooler temperatures than the mainland, so dress in layers. Typical summer conditions feature air temperatures approximately 5-10 degrees cooler than the mainland, winds of 0-15 knots and waves of 1-3 feet.