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Boston Harbor Islands State Park in the Boston area consists of 34 islands and peninsulas that visitors can hop from one to another aboard seasonal ferries, or year-round by car or on foot.

The park features historic forts and is home to the oldest continuously manned lighthouse in the country.

Each of the accessible islands has something different to explore giving families a variety of adventures to enjoy.

History buffs love the guided tour of Civil War-era Fort Warren on Georges Island that served as a training camp for Union soldiers.

Spectacle Island features 114-acres of outdoor activities including hiking and swimming and offers resort hotels for overnight accommodations.

191w Atlantic Ave, Boston, MA 02109, Phone: 617-223-8666

Boston Harbor Islands State Park, Massachusetts
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Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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