Two working lighthouses. Lighthouse, Keepers houses, trails, all fscilities well cared for by the Thacher Island Association. Years of hard work by volunteers has produced a wonderful asset for the town and for future generations.

I painted the Twin Lights at Thatcher's Island not once, but twice, because I could not get enough of the salty air, pure blue skies and crashing surf. Can I say "Heaven?"

The correct name of the island is Thacher NOT Thatcher Island! It also has a web site: ThacherIsland.org. The best place to view it from land is Loblolly Cove. (It is also the closest point to the island.

Haven't actually ventured out to Thatcher Island, but our house looks right out to the twin lighthouses and they are spectacular to look at day and night, clear and foggy. Be sure to snap a few pics here.

If Bass Rocks had been open, we would have elected to stay and photograph Twin Sisters directly from an ocean front room. Next time!

Visit the Thatcher Island website to get details on launch reservations. Donations. The launch leaves the Rockport Harbor/next to Sandy Bay Yatch Club. A fun ride to the Island. Your visit will be about 2 hours. Bring your own beverages and food, they offer none. Island walking maps are available with history. Make sure you visit the little museum. The... More

This is well worth the trip and your donation is for a good cause. All donations go towards the upkeep of the property. The keepers, the people who do the restoration and the boat captains and helpers are all volunteers. You have to book this trip well in advance but if they are booked when your trip is scheduled keep... More