A 22-acre island in Pleasant Bay that the Sipson Island Trust reopened to the public in 2020, the first time in roughly 300 years. There are no facilities and no way to get there except by your own shallow-draft boat, but paddlers who make the trip get an island largely to themselves.
What to expect
Kayak/Canoe
Allowed year-round, weather-dependent
What's here
On site
Dock
private east-side dock (no tying up) and a north-end drop-off/pick-up dock (no tying up); neither is for general public mooring
Not here
No drinking water
no running water on the island; carry your own
Common questions
How do I get to Sipson Island?
Only by private boat, kayak, or paddleboard; there's no ferry or public dock, powerboats should land on the east side, and any shallow-draft boat under 22 feet can be pulled ashore on either shore. Commercial tour boats are not permitted to land.
Is there an entry fee at Sipson Island?
No, entry is free.
What rules should I know at Sipson Island?
Pleasant Bay has strong tidal currents and can be windy, especially with the typical summer southwest wind; not recommended for first-time paddlers. No pets, no fires, no camping anywhere on the island; commercial boats may not land. All waste must be carried out; there are no toilets or running…