2024 Boat Tour to Bakers Island Lighthouse

Climb aboard Naumkeag, Essex Heritage's landing craft for a trip to Bakers Island Light Station. Enjoy a 30-minute cruise from Salem past rugged coastline, harbor islands, and five lighthouses to Bakers Island. The light station is a 10-acre property that has been in use aiding in maritime navigation for almost 250 years. The site features an 1820 light tower, two keepers houses, and historic trails. During your visit you will have the chance to explore the natural landscape, walk the trails, learn about the history of the light station, or just relax on the island setting.

Please Note:

• The lighthouse cannot be climbed at this time.
• The rest of the island aside from the 10 acre Light Station is privately owned and all visitors must stay within the 10 acre boundaries.

Boat Departure Location: Naumkeag departs from the Salem Ferry dock at 10 Blaney Street, Salem MA 01970.

Tickets:

• Adults: $39
• Children (4-12 yr): $29
• Essex Heritage Members receive a 20% discount! (A discount code will be provided on membership confirmation letter.)

How long is the trip?

About 2.5 hours round-trip

Are there restrictions on who can go?

YES. All passengers must be:

• At least 4 years old (No infants; in arms or baby carriers)
• Capable of negotiating the boat ramp and the rugged island terrain without assistance.

Cancellation Policy

• If it is too rainy or stormy or the seas are too rough, and Essex Heritage has to cancel the boat trip, you will be fully refunded the cost of your ticket
• If the ticket holder cancels because you think it is too sunny, rainy, windy, but the boat still goes out, tickets will not be refunded.
• If ticket holder arrives late and misses the boat, we will not be able turn around, nor will you be refunded. (Please plan to arrive 15 prior to departure)
• In the very unlikely event that the boat arrives at Bakers Island but cannot disembark passengers, you will still have experienced a pleasant boat ride and harbor tour. In this case, you will receive a refund for 50% of your ticket cost(s). (Only full refunds will be given if the boat doesn’t leave the dock.)

How will I know if my tour has been cancelled?

Essex Heritage staff will do our best to email all ticketed passengers in advance if your trip has been cancelled. We will also keep an updated weather advisory line at (978) 998-2188.

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

10 Blaney Street, Salem, MA, USA, United States