Crowninshield Island
- Nature reserve
- Regional draw
- Marblehead Town
Crowninshield Island is a small coastal preserve off Marblehead, with a beach, rocky edges and a short route toward a wooded hilltop.
Its position in the harbor gives it a different character from the mainland parks and headlands.
Foot access depends on low tide. Follow the Trustees’ tide-planning guidance for both the outward crossing and return, or use an appropriate authorized boat approach. The photograph shows the island from the water; it does not imply a permanent dry path or unrestricted access in every tide state.
Visitor details reviewed October 18, 2026. Check official visitor information for current access, admission, and operating arrangements. View on OpenStreetMap.
Image credit: Fletcher6 / Wikimedia Commons. Original source. CC BY-SA 3.0. Resized and converted to WebP; may be cropped for display.
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