A Hike Around Peddocks Island in Boston Harbor

Wow!  Whata picture-perfect day on beautiful Peddocks Island with the most wonderful group of guys!  We hiked almost all over the island with its long shoreline of pebble and sand (and rocky) beaches.  We marveled at the glacial features is this very special Boston Harbor Island with its four headland connected by tombolos.  Surprises included sightings of buck deer (with big racks!), a large flock of turkeys ( with a huge and frightening tom!) and even a grumpy redneck!  A highlight was the walk through the eerie, deserted Fort Andrews, where the very spooky movie Shutter Island was filmed.  After our extensive hike and lunch, we walked along the long sand beach, picked a prime site and then jumped in - or at least waded - the clear and invigorating waters of Boston Harbor.  Overall - a most incredible day with the most incredible bunch of guys!! 

With 210 acres, Peddocks Island is one of the largest and most scenic of the Boston Harbor Islands.  Composed of five drumlins, the island is crossed by scenic hiking trails and has unique geological features, sweeping sand beaches, woodlands, historic structures and spectacular views of the harbor and Boston.  We'll take the 9:00 am ferry from Hingham Ferry Terminal, arriving at Peddocks Island at 9:35 am.  Starting our hike at East Head, we'll explore the eerie ruins of Fort Andrews, continue on to Middle Head with its remnants of an old summer colony and fishing village, walk around stunning Prince Head and the shoreline around West Head, then over to picturesque Peggy's Cove, where we can jump in the harbor waters for a bracing swim. After the hike around East Head we'll return to the fort and dock.  The hike has a length of about 5.0 miles.  We'll return on the 3:15 pm ferry, arriving back at Hingham Ferry Terminal at 3:50 pm.  While in beautiful Hingham, we'll have an optional get together for schmoozing at a local eatery/pub. 

As there are no facilities on the island (okay - there is a restroom near the dock), please be sure to bring plenty of water, food for lunch, sunblock, insect repellent, hat, a towel and bathing suit for the possible swim, and any personal items you may require.

Rain will cancel.