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Government Island

Open to the publicPark · Cohasset, MAUpdated Sep 13, 2026
Government Island, Cohasset, Massachusetts
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What to expect

Trails
Beacon Rock Trail, short and easy, with scenic harbor views.
Dogs
In any Cohasset street or public place a dog must be effectively restrained by chain or leash under its owner's direct and positive control, or else attended by a person exercising control over it. Owners must promptly pick up and dispose…
Managed by
Cohasset Harbormaster 781-383-0863 · Website

What's here

On site

Boat Ramp
Town landing ramp at Government Island Wharf.

Common questions

Is Government Island open today?
Government Island is a public park in Cohasset, MA. There is no live closure feed for parks; the town's site is the authority for temporary closures.
Can I launch a boat at Government Island?
There is a town landing ramp at the Government Island Wharf, in addition to the walking trail and historic sites.
Can I bring my dog to Government Island?
In any Cohasset street or public place a dog must be effectively restrained by chain or leash under its owner's direct and positive control, or else attended by a person exercising control over it. Owners must promptly pick up and dispose of their dog's waste, and fines escalate from $50 to $500…

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