Smuttynose Island, Rocky island in Isles of Shoals, Maine.
Smuttynose Island is a rocky granite formation located 6 miles offshore in the Isles of Shoals near Maine. Stone breakwaters connect it to the neighboring Malaga and Cedar islands, creating a small cluster of connected land.
Archaeological evidence shows that indigenous peoples hunted on the island roughly 6,000 years ago. The island gained wider attention in 1873 following a violent crime that shocked the local community.
Archaeological excavations in 2008 revealed evidence of indigenous hunting activities dating back approximately 6,000 years on the island.
Visitors can rent a rowboat from nearby Star Island to reach this location. A typical visit takes about two hours to explore the island thoroughly.
The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service manages a conservation agreement that protects seabirds nesting here during breeding season. This protection makes the island an important refuge for local bird populations.
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