A child dancing on the beach at dusk
Photo: NPS Photo
About
. . . 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.
Location
Boston Harbor Islands National and State Park
21 Second Ave
Charlestown, MA 02129
Hours
wednesdayAll Day
mondayAll Day
thursdayAll Day
sundayAll Day
tuesdayAll Day
fridayAll Day
saturdayAll Day
Activities
Arts and CultureLive MusicBoatingCampingBackcountry CampingCanoe or Kayak CampingFishingSaltwater FishingFoodDiningPicnickingGuided ToursSelf-Guided Tours - WalkingHikingLiving HistoryPaddlingKayaking
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.
Get directions →Weather
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.