Boston Area | Watch Fishing Boats Return to Harbor—With Seals!

Head to Chatham’s fishing pier, and you’ll get front-row seats to local fishermen at work! If you time it right (when the fishing boats come back to port), you can watch fresh fish and shrimp being unloaded from the boats—and nearby, a group of seals will be waiting in the water, ready to snatch up any tasty scraps. It’s such a fun, lively scene!🦭🦭🦭 These seals are wild, but thanks to the pier’s daily fishing activity, they’ve become regulars here 🦭. Most of them laze around on the shore, looking totally relaxed, while a few lurk in the water—popping their heads up now and then to check out what’s happening. They’re so cute and clumsy in the best way; you can’t help but smile watching them!🦭🦭🦭 What I love most about this spot is that it’s not commercialized at all—it keeps that authentic small coastal town vibe. Fishermen hustle to unload their catches, boats come and go with the tides, tourists stand around and watch casually, and lots of people even buy fresh seafood right here to have a picnic nearby. Pro tip: Don’t miss the adjacent Chatham Pier Fish Market 🐟🦞—their fresh catches are unbeatable! It’s about a 2-hour drive from Boston, so it’s perfect to pair with a day trip or 2-day trip to Cape Cod. Nearby, you can also visit Chatham Lighthouse (for classic coastal views) and Nauset Beach (great for a post-pier walk)—add them all to your itinerary for a fun, laid-back day! 📍 Chatham Fish Pier Viewing Deck99-1 Barcliff Ave Extended, Chatham, MA 02633 #BostonLife #BostonSurroundings #BostonWeekend #CapeCod #Seals #FishingHarbor