Made up of 34 islands and peninsulas, Boston Harbor Islands National and State Park is an urban oasis just minutes from Boston’s city center. Hop aboard a park ferry and discover islands rich with opportunities for outdoor recreation, relaxation and learning. Check the park calendar for special events or create your own adventure with our trip planning tools below.
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The Innovation Islands program awards mini-grants of up to $5,000 to local community leaders to design, promote, and facilitate programming on and around the Boston Harbor Islands. Applications are now open through Friday March 8, 2024! Learn more and find out how to apply for a mini-grant for your community.
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Come join the Department of Conservation and Recreation, the National Park Service and volunteer stewards for our Annual Park Serve Day!
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Come join park biologists and volunteer stewards for a Stewardship Saturday at Grape Island! Help us control non-native invasive plants and enhance native ecosystems and natural processes in the park.
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Take some time to slow down and awaken your senses for a few hours on an Ocean Therapy Retreat with Toadstool Walks!
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Celebrate Boston Harbor Islands opening weekend with a FREE trip to the Boston Harbor Islands!
View Event Details Come join park biologists and volunteer stewards for a Stewardship Saturday at Grape Island! Help us control non-native invasive plants and enhance native ecosystems and natural processes in the park.
View Event Details Come join park biologists and volunteer stewards for a Stewardship Saturday at Grape Island! Help us control non-native invasive plants and enhance native ecosystems and natural processes in the park.
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Come join other park stewards to help us control non-native invasive plants and enhance native ecosystems and natural processes in the park
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Relax to the sounds of jazz standards and original music performed by Berklee College of Music on Spectacle Island.
View Event Details Relax to the sounds of jazz standards and original music performed by Berklee College of Music on Spectacle Island.
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Mooring reservations at Spectacle, Georges, and Peddocks Islands are now on Dockwa. Learn more about bringing your boat to the Boston Harbor Islands.
Learn MoreExploring is believing! Of 34 islands and peninsulas that make up Boston Harbor Islands National and State Park, many are accessible by seasonal public ferry service or can be accessed year-round by car or on foot. Islands range from rustic retreats to family-friendly hubs with a range of activities. Hover over the map to learn more about each island destination!
About the ParkIt's great to be able to get away from the city for a day and experience the outdoors in the harbor just a few minutes by boat from Boston.
Will from Dorchester
I feel like I'm walking through history right now!
Harbor Discovery Camper
Gorgeous views, quiet vibe, clear waters. Great spot to spend a summer day or weekend.
Danielle from Quincy