Thatcher Island National Wildlife Refuge Tours

The tall, slender twin lighthouses on 50-acre Thacher Island, on the Town of Rockport's seal since 1888, are an indespensible part of the local seascape. Now designated a National Historic Landmark, the island is also recognized as a significant historic site for the nation as a whole. Thacher Island is open to the public from mid-June until mid September. It can be reached via the Thacher Island launch which runs on Wednesdays and Saturdays. #Lighthouse #Massachusetts #Seascape
The tall, slender twin lighthouses on 50-acre Thacher Island, on the Town of Rockport's seal since 1888, are an indespensible part of the local seascape. Now designated a National Historic Landmark, the island is also recognized as a significant historic site for the nation as a whole. Thacher Island is open to the public from mid-June until mid September. It can be reached via the Thacher Island launch which runs on Wednesdays and Saturdays. #Lighthouse #Massachusetts #Seascape
Twin lights in Rockport MA. Beautiful lighthouses just offshore of Rockpot in late afternoon light taken with a dji phantom 4.

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Halibut Point State Park and grainy quarry aerial view panorama and the coast aerial view in town of Rockport, Massachusetts MA, USA.

Cape Ann

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Cape Ann during your travels in Rockport. While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside.

Cape Ann
View of the sea from the beach. Seascape with American Flag waving at Back Habor of Sandy Bay in Rockport, Cape Anne, Massachusetts

Pebble Beach

Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Pebble Beach during your travels in Rockport? While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside.

Pebble Beach
Motif No 1 showing a bay or harbor

Motif No 1

You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Motif No 1 during your trip to Rockport. Wander the seaside and beautiful beaches in the area.

Motif No 1
Shalin Liu Performance Center showing a coastal town

Shalin Liu Performance Center

You can get tickets for a performance at Shalin Liu Performance Center during your trip to Rockport. Wander the seaside and beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area.

Shalin Liu Performance Center
Front Beach featuring a sandy beach and a coastal town

Front Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Front Beach during your trip to Rockport? While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside.

Front Beach
Back Beach showing general coastal views

Back Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Back Beach during your trip to Rockport? While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside.

Back Beach

Best Lodging Options Near Thatcher Island National Wildlife Refuge

Rockport Inn And Suites

Rockport Inn And Suites

2.5 out of 5
183 Main Street Rockport MA
Rockport Inn And Suites
The Rockport House

The Rockport House

2 out of 5
17 Pleasant St Rockport MA
The Rockport House
The Seafarer Inn

The Seafarer Inn

3 out of 5
50 Marmion Way Rockport MA
The Seafarer Inn
Sally Webster Inn

Sally Webster Inn

3 out of 5
34 Mt Pleasant St Rockport MA
Sally Webster Inn
Long Beach Suites

Long Beach Suites

2 out of 5
28 Rockport Rd Gloucester MA
Long Beach Suites
Rockport Cottage w/ Patio - Steps to Beach!

Rockport Cottage w/ Patio - Steps to Beach!

3 out of 5
Rockport MA
Rockport Cottage w/ Patio - Steps to Beach!
Eagle House Motel

Eagle House Motel

2.5 out of 5
8 Cleaves St Rockport MA
Eagle House Motel
Inviting Rockport Rental w/ Deck: Walk to Beach!

Inviting Rockport Rental w/ Deck: Walk to Beach!

3 out of 5
Rockport MA
Inviting Rockport Rental w/ Deck: Walk to Beach!
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