Big cargo ships are a frequent sight in Boston Harbor. In fact, the Conley Terminal in Boston is one of the largest on the East Coast, handling 1.5 millions metric tons of cargo annually, according to their website. These boats are highly visible most of the time to boaters, so they don’t pose much of a danger, but boaters should take caution to stay well clear of them as they enter and exit the harbor through President Roads. They then head for the vicinity of the “B” Buoy before heading into a shipping channel and on their way. These ships make pretty cool spectacles as they enter and exit the terminal. If its a foggy day, remember that these cargo ships could be out there, so if you get caught out on your boat in the fog, take it slow and watch that radar.
A large container ship turning to exit the terminal with tug boat assistance before heading out to sea:
Passing a large container ship in the narrow part of the channel. These are some of the largest ships that come into Boston Harbor, as can be seen from the perspective in this video, which was taken from a commuter ferry:
Up close to the cranes at The Conley Terminal. I took this photo from the Reserve Channel next to the terminal. This is where the cargo ships load and unload.
An aerial view of the cargo terminal against the Boston skyline, taken while on approach to Logan Airport:
The view of a large cargo ship up close, as seen from the nearby Black Falcon Terminal:
The Cargo Ship terminal at night:
