Green Island

rocky island with a little green shrubbery

NPS Photo/ R. Vincent

This shrub-covered rocky outcropping serves as a nesting site for gulls and cormorants.

In the early 1600s, Green Island was named for Joseph Green, a well-known merchant, who owned the island.

 

General Information

This island of Boston Harbor Islands National and State Park is managed by Massachusetts Department of Conservation and Recreation (DCR).

 

Visitor Facilities & Services

Hours:
 Access discouraged
Piers/Docks:
 No
Visitor season:
 0
Boat slips:
 0
Visitor staff:
 No
Moorings:
 0
Guided tours:
 No
Park boats:
 None
Lifeguards:
 No
Car access:
 No
Flush toilets:
 No
Campsites:
 0 (capacity ea: 0)
Composting toilets:
 No
Group campsites:
 0 (capacity ea: 0)
Picnic areas:
 No
Camping capacity:
 0
Refreshments:
 No
Cooking grills:
 0
Drinking water:
 No
Walking trails:

No

Visitor Cautions: Birds are aggressive during nesting season; visitation is discouraged at that time.

 

Natural History Overview

Vegetation

Sumac and other salt-tolerant herbaceous plants can be found on the island.

Wildlife

Please see Animals page for more information.

Geology

A rocky outcrop rises nearly 45 feet in elevation on the island.

Water Features

The island does not have constructed water features.

Views and Vistas

This nearly barren island is visible from most points in the outer harbor. From the island there are views to surrounding outer harbor islands and inner harbor islands in the distance.

 

Structures

Last updated: November 30, 2023

Contact Info

Mailing Address:

Boston Harbor Islands National and State Park
21 Second Ave
Charlestown, MA 02129

Phone:

617 223-8666

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