Deer Island is an island in the Merrimack on the Amesbury/Newburyport border.  Known to birdwatchers as a hotspot for winter ducks and especially Bald Eagles, which is why this location is a key stop on the annual Audubon Eagle Festival

Amesbury's largest island, and the only one accessible by car, Deer Island briefly splits the mighty Merrimack river in half as the river begins to open up to form Newburyport Harbor. Two private homes sit on the west side of the island, but the east side is protected conservation land, which was purchased by the city  in 1984.

The island, however has suffered from years of neglect and has become overgrown with invasives. 

An exciting initiative involving a partnership with the City, hopes to not just restore the trails but looks to tell the stories of this special place and create overlooks from which visitors can enjoy breathtaking views of the mighty Merrimack river.

If you would like to be part of this exciting effort, please reach out to us at info@lgia.org . We woudl love to have you join us!

An Overview of Planned Improvements