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Derby Wharf

Details unconfirmedPark · Salem, MA
Right now

A quarter-mile granite wharf inside Salem Maritime National Historic Site, with a gravel walking path past historic warehouses and a replica tall ship out to the Derby Wharf Light at the tip. A historic granite boat launch remains at the wharf's edge.

What to expect

Trails
Steel-edged gravel path, about 10 feet wide, the length of the wharf, with interpretive waypoints
Entry fee
Free
Managed by
Salem Maritime National Historical Park Website

Worth knowing

  • Passes the c.1770 Pedrick Store House and a full-scale replica of the 1797 East Indiaman Friendship of Salem.

Common questions

Is there an entry fee at Derby Wharf?
No, entry is free.

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BetaSome details here are unconfirmed (parking, accessibility, dogs policy). Details are sourced from public agency data and can change through the season. Confirm locally before you go. Updated 2026-11-06.