Park Alert:

All ferries to Spectacle and Peddocks Islands are cancelled Thursday, 9/24 through Sunday, 9/27 due to the approaching nor’easter. The Boston Harbor Islands Welcome Center will be closed Thursday-Sunday. Saturday’s BIPOC Birding cruise and Sunday’s Charlestown Community Cruise are cancelled.

Bumpkin Island

A small, picturesque destination with a diverse history, this quaint little island is excellent for camping.

With flowers that line its trails and beautiful slate and shell beaches, Bumpkin Island is the ideal place to relax in nature. This quiet island was once home to Native Americans and later hosted fish-drying and smelting operations before a children’s hospital was founded on it by Boston philanthropist, Albert Burrage.

Bumpkin Island is currently closed due to ongoing facility maintenance.

Lovells Island Grape Picnicking Amenities

Amenities

  • Composting Toilets
  • Tent Campground
  • Charcoal Grills
  • Picnic Areas
  • Paved Footpaths
Lovells Island Camping

Recreation & Activities

  • Picnicking
  • Camping
  • Hiking
  • Tidepooling
Park Rangers

Know Before You Go

Bring your own food and water – there is no food service or water source on the island. Bring bug spray and check for ticks, which are commonly found in wooded areas and tall grass. Remember to carry out all trash.

Resources

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Camping Islands Junior Ranger Booklet Explore the island, complete activities and earn an official Junior Ranger badge! Download

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