Boat transportation to Thacher Island off the coast of the charming seacoast village of Rockport, Massachusetts. Climb one of the twin Cape Ann Light Station Lighthouses listed on the National Historic Register for awesome views of Cape Ann. Walk the 3 miles of groomed trails and visit the museum. A great place for picnicking and picture taking.

Tickets

Tickets required at least 24 hours in advance and are only available on this site.

Each person, including children, must have their own ticket.

Ticket prices:

Adult Non- Member - $40
Child (age 3-12) - $10
Member TSIA (Adult OR Child) - Free
Adult Rockport Resident - $15
Child Rockport Resident - Free

Members of Thacher and Straitsmouth Island Association (TSIA) receive free launch tickets. Become a member at thacherisland.org/join-us Membership Link

TSIA Membership

Individual ($40) – 2 free tickets per season

Family ($75) – 4 free tickets per season

Patron ($150) –6 free tickets per season

Life ($500) – 4 free tickets each season

Order Tickets

Select date and time, or click "More Options" for calendar with additional dates. Available dates will have a dot, click on date. On a computer scroll using the arrow key to move right, on a cell phone swipe with your finger and you will have access to 5 or 6 boat times! Select time, click "Confirm." Next select "Tickets" and under menu heading, verify it's the date and time you want. Scroll down to choose ticket type then "Check Out." Total of only 6 tickets are available each trip.

For sold-out date or time please try another date or time. To be added to a waitlist email tiaevents2019@gmail.com. Include name, phone number, number of tickets, desired trip date and time. You can also call 617-599-2590 and leave a message.

Minimum Age for Event

Minimum age is 3 years. Under 12 require an Adult Sponsor to travel to island with child, maximum 5 children per sponsor.

Ticket Info

The name on the ticket must match the passenger attending who will be listed on the boat manifest. Print or show ticket on your cell phone to the captain.

Boat Departure Location

Launches leave from Rockport Granite Pier, at the end of Wharf Road. Address for GPS and driving directions: 16 Wharf Road, Rockport, MA. 01966. Map to Granite Pier Life jackets provided and must be worn on the boat.

Parking

At Granite Pier, park only on the right side of upper level. An island docent will advise when to go to lower level to depart. Vehicles parked incorrectly may receive a parking ticket.

Parking Fee

$10.00 for non-Rockport resident, pay by cash or check only.
At the red parking shack pay the attendant or leave fee in designated envelope.
Rockport residents with sticker park free.

Cancellation By Thacher and Straitsmouth Island Association (TSIA)

Boat trips depend on the weather. If light rain or fog, we still go. Occasionally TSIA cancels trips due to weather or sea conditions. Conditions at the dock can be different than in open water. Please be aware of possible cancellations when making a reservation.

We always make safety a prority. If TSIA cancels a trip within 24 hours of departure, you will be contacted by phone and email. Occasionally a cancel decision is made that morning at the dock. If TSIA cancels, tickets for that trip are refunded including the Service Fee.

Refund Policy

Tickets refunded, less Service Fee, only if cancelled more than 7 days before departure date. No refund if passenger cancels (any reason) less than 7 days before departure.

*If using a Member Benefit Ticket, please cancel so seat is available to others.

How to Cancel Any Ticket (Member Benefit/Free or Purchased)

Go to Eventbrite, click "View and Manage" on your confirmation order. Service Fees not refunded unless TSIA cancels trip.

Important contact information (cell phone number, email & home address)

Before booking, know each passenger’s contact information.

Thacher and Straitsmouth Island Association Waiver of Liability

A condition of being a passenger on the TSIA launch and visiting Thacher or Straitsmouth Island is agreement with and acceptance of the Thacher and Straitsmouth Island Association Waiver of Liability. *After reading waiver, click yes to waiver to purchase ticket.

Covid Precautions: Vaccines are no longer required but strongly recommended. Masks are not required but recommended when in the enclosed buildings. Visitors should not wear open toed shoes or flip-flops to minimize contact with bird excrement which might be a source of viral transmission.

What should I bring to the event?

• Ticket with name (printed or on cell phone) for each passenger.
• Drinking water, sunscreen, jacket, mask and bug spray.
• Hat and sensible shoes to climb the tower and walk trails.
• The islands are off-limits to visitor's pets.

Services available on the island

There are picnic tables and a composting toilet on the island. Island merchandise is available for purchase. No food or beverages are available to purchase on islands.

Total time on trip

From departure to return 2.5 hours.

How can I contact the organizer with any questions?

For questions, special needs, mobility issues call 617-599-2590 between 9AM to 5PM. Leave your name and phone number. You can also email tiaevents2019@gmail.com.

Update registration information

Log into Eventbrite, click "View and Manage." All passenger names, phone number and email need to be correct on each ticket.

Eventbrite Account

Once an account is made, Eventbrite will recognize you unless you sign out.

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