Straitsmouth Island Wildlife Sanctuary, Rockport © Thacher Island Association
Straitsmouth Island Wildlife Sanctuary
- Rockport
- 32 Acres
Plan Your Visit
Encompassing most of a rocky island, the wildlife sanctuary is adjacent to the town-owned historic lighthouse and lies within a designated Important Bird Area. Mass Audubon is working with the Town of Rockport and the Thacher Island Association to restore and maintain the lighthouse and lighthouse keeper residence, which are both historically significant structures. Boat trips to the island run each summer via Thacher Island Association.
Hours
Admissions
- All Ages free
Contact
Rockport, MA
Managed by Mass Audubon North Shore
in partnership with Thacher Island Association
Property Regulations
- Foot travel only; please stay on trails (day passes are available for powered mobility devices)
- Dog walking and horseback riding are prohibited; please leave all animals and pets at home (service animals welcome)
- Camping, collecting, smoking, hunting, fishing, releasing of animals, and feeding wildlife is prohibited.
- Commercial photography needs prior approval; please see all photography guidelines.
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