NPS Photo This island's mudflats and grassy clearings offer excellent off-shore birding opportunities. Its name deriving from its winding landscape, Snake Island has been briefly inhabited by various groups over its history. Although a place for birding, visiting is strongly discouraged during nesting season. General InformationThis island of Boston Harbor Islands National and State Park is managed by the Town of Winthrop. Visitor Facilities & Services
On-island Circulation: Unimproved trails. Visitor Cautions: Resident birds are very territorial during nesting: visitation is discouraged during this season. Short HistoryThe island is named for its serpentine shape. In the 1680s, it was known as "Bare Island." Some time in the 1700s, the island was owned by John Tenny. Livestock was grazed on the island. In the 1900s, a grounded steamer served as residence for the Treworgy brothers, lobstermen from Winthrop. Owned by the Tewksburys, Belchers, then Captain Samuel G. Irwin. Around 1900, O. E. Lewis purchased the island. Later squatters with cabins on the island were lobstermen and clammers, and included James Adams, Horton D. Fullerton, Bill Carey, John Green, and Judson G. Fullerton, and Hunt. Squatters were ordered to leave by the Winthrop Board of Health. The island has also been used as a recreational destination by Winthrop residents. Natural History OverviewWildlifePlease see Animals page for more information. Water FeaturesNo constructed features. Views and VistasLogan International Airport; town of Winthrop; Deer Island. Structures
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Last updated: November 30, 2023