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 TIA (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" to see additional dates and calendar. Available dates on calendar will have a dot, click on date (turns blue.) *You should have access to 4 boat times! On a computer scroll using the arrow key to move right, on a cell phone swipe with your finger. Select one of the 4 boat times, click "Confirm." Next select "Tickets" and under that menu heading, verify it is the date and time you want. Scroll down to choose desired ticket type then "Check Out." Total of only 6 tickets are available each trip. If tickets are unavailable, please try another time or date.
For sold-out date or time email tiaevents2019@gmail.com to be on waitlist. Include name, phone number, number of tickets, desired trip date and time.
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
Parking
At Granite Pier, park only on the right side of the 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
- $6.00 for non-Rockport resident, pay by cash or check only.
- Rockport residents with sticker park free.
At the red parking shack pay the attendant or leave fee in designated envelope.
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 and sea conditions. Conditions at the dock can be different than conditions in open water. Please be aware of possible cancellations when making a reservation.
We always make safety a prority. If TSIA cancels a trip, a phone call and email is sent within 24 hours of departure and tickets for that trip are refunded including 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 the waiver, you must click yes to the waiver to purchase a ticket.
Covid Precautions: Vaccines are no longer required but strongly recommended. Masks are not required but recommended when in the enclosed buildings.
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 on islands.
Total time on trip
Between 2.5 to 3 hours. Life jackets provided and must be worn on the boat.
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.
