Howland's Landing is a five-acre waterfront park on Kingston Bay in Duxbury's Standish Shore neighborhood, purchased by the town in 1894 to keep public water access at a site that once supported shipyards. A small ramp lets trailered and hand-carried boats launch onto the bay.
What to expect
Accessibility
No ADA access.
Managed by
Town of Duxbury
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Not here
No dock
boat ramp for small boats, no dock confirmed
Common questions
Is Howland's Landing Park open today?
Howland's Landing Park is a public boat launch in Duxbury, MA. There is no live closure feed for boat & kayak launches; the town's site is the authority for temporary closures.
Where do I park at Howland's Landing Park?
Free lot (free).
Is there an entry fee at Howland's Landing Park?
No, entry is free.
Is Howland's Landing Park wheelchair accessible?
No ADA access.
What rules should I know at Howland's Landing Park?
Dogs are permitted on-leash only; owners must clean up after them.