Things To Do

Experience the Boston Harbor Islands

During the summer, visit one of the seasonally-accessible islands: Spectacle Island, Georges Island, Peddocks Island, and Thompson Island (also known as Cathleen Stone Island).

During the winter, visit one of the mainland parks: Worlds End, Deer Island, Nut Island, and Webb Memorial State Park.

 
A ranger walks with two visitors along a gravel path on an island overlooking the harbor
Explore One of the Boston Harbor Islands

Choose an island and plan your adventure!

A group of people walk along a gravel path in the middle of a wooded area, with blooming bushes near
Explore One of the Mainland Parks

Visit one of the four mainland parks!

 
 

Ranger-led Programs

 

Specialty Programs

 

Self-Guided Activities

 

Youth Activities

 

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    Last updated: June 30, 2025

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    Mailing Address:

    Boston Harbor Islands National and State Park
    21 Second Ave

    Charlestown, MA 02129

    Phone:

    617 819-3587
    This is the phone number for the Boston Harbor Islands Welcome Center on the Rose Kennedy Greenway. It is only checked while the Welcome Center is operational. During the off-season, please contact us via email.

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