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16 Lighthouses To Check Out In Maine

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Maine has no shortage of lighthouses to visit and this is by no means an all-inclusive list. This list is comprised of lighthouses that I have personally seen or visited in Maine! Most of these are fairly easy to visit, although some of them might require a ferry or hike to check out.

Portland Head Light

A haunted lighthouse stands on the rocky New England coastline next to a weathered house, overlooking the calm sea under a cloudy sky.
Photo credit: Kailey MarcAurele.

Perched on the rugged coast of Cape Elizabeth, Maine, Portland Head Light is one of the most iconic and photographed lighthouses in the United States. With its rich maritime history and stunning ocean views, it’s a must-visit destination for travelers and lighthouse enthusiasts alike. It’s a great spot to visit year-round.

Monhegan Light

A white house and a stone lighthouse with a red roof stand atop a green, tree-covered hill under a clear blue sky.
Photo credit: Kailey MarcAurele.

This lighthouse requires a boat ride to visit, but it’s well worth the trip. This lighthouse is situated on Monhegan Island off of the coast of Maine. This lighthouse was established in 1824, but the current tower was built in 1850. You can’t climb this lighthouse, but there’s a great museum that covers the island’s history in the keeper’s house and there’s also an art gallery on the property.

Nubble Lighthouse

A white lighthouse with a red-roofed house stands on a grassy hill, surrounded by a white picket fence under a blue sky.
Photo credit: Kailey MarcAurele.

Nubble Lighthouse is perched on a small rocky island off of York, Maine. It is one of the most iconic and easily accessible lighthouses in New England. With panoramic ocean views and year-round photo ops, it’s a favorite stop for both locals and visitors. Be sure to also visit the gift shop while you’re here.

Hendrick’s Head Lighthouse

A white lighthouse with a red roof is perched on a rocky shoreline, surrounded by greenery, with an old wooden dock extending into the water under a clear blue sky.
Photo credit: Kailey MarcAurele.

Tucked away on the coast of Southport Island, Maine, Hendrick’s Head Light is a quiet, scenic lighthouse with classic New England charm. While this lighthouse is technically private property, you can view it from Hendrick’s Head Beach. I checked it out before I went to the Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens. However, the best way to view this lighthouse is from the water.

Spring Point Ledge Lighthouse

A white lighthouse stands on a rocky jetty with a ferry passing by in the background on a calm, sunny day.
Photo credit: Kailey MarcAurele.

Located just off the coast of South Portland, Maine, Spring Point Ledge Light offers a unique, up-close lighthouse experience with easy access via a granite breakwater. It’s in an interesting spot, located next to Southern Maine Community College, which you’ll have to drive through to get to the lighthouse.

Owl’s Head Lighthouse

A lighthouse stands on a hill with a white railing fence and staircase leading up to it, illuminated by the setting sun against a clear blue sky, embodying the mystique of haunted New England lighthouses.
Photo credit: Kailey MarcAurele.

Overlooking the Gulf of Maine from a high bluff, Owl’s Head Lighthouse offers stunning views and a rich maritime history in a compact, easy-to-visit spot. Located close to Rockland, Maine, it’s a popular destination for lighthouse lovers, hikers, and coastal explorers.

Bug Light

A white lighthouse stands at the end of a stone pier overlooking a calm, blue body of water under a partly cloudy sky.
Photo credit: Kailey MarcAurele.

Bug Light, officially known as Portland Breakwater Lighthouse, is a small but striking historic landmark located in South Portland, Maine. With its unique design and scenic waterfront park setting, it’s a favorite for casual visitors, history buffs, and photographers alike.

Curtis Island Lighthouse

A white lighthouse with an attached small building stands beside a white house with a red roof on a green, bushy island near blue water.
Photo credit: Kailey MarcAurele.

Curtis Island Lighthouse is a must-see for anyone exploring the Camden area. While the best way to see this lighthouse is by boat, it’s also viewable from the Curtis Island Overlook. The overlook is very quiet and picturesque. If you’re looking to photograph the lighthouse from the overlook, be sure to bring a telephoto lens. The photo in this post was taken with my 150-600mm lens.

Pemaquid Point Lighthouse

White lighthouse with a black top stands beside a white wooden building, both enclosed by a white picket fence under a clear blue sky.
Photo credit: Kailey MarcAurele.

Pemaquid Point Lighthouse, set on dramatic rocky cliffs in Bristol, Maine, is one of the most picturesque and visited lighthouses in the state. Known for its sweeping ocean views and classic New England charm, it’s a top destination for travelers and photographers. There’s a lot to see and do on-site like a museum and an art gallery. I checked this spot out after a puffin cruise with Hardy Boat Cruises.

Squirrel Point Lighthouse

A small white lighthouse with a red light stands by the water’s edge, surrounded by greenery, with a path leading up to it and a forested shore in the background.
Photo credit: Kailey MarcAurele.

Squirrel Point Lighthouse, tucked along the Kennebec River in Arrowsic, Maine, offers a peaceful, off-the-beaten-path experience for lighthouse fans and nature lovers. Accessible by a scenic wooded trail, it’s a great spot for a quiet hike and river views. It’s definitely worth the hike to get there.

Bass Harbor Head Light Station

A lighthouse sits atop rocky cliffs next to trees, overlooking a calm body of water at sunset with rays of sunlight breaking through clouds.
Photo credit: Kailey MarcAurele.

This lighthouse is one of three lights that are managed by Acadia National Park. It’s the most visited place on the west side of Mount Desert Island and the fifth busiest destination in the entire park. The lighthouse was built in 1858 and it marks the entrance to Bass Harbor.

West Quoddy Head Lighthouse

A red and white striped lighthouse stands next to a white building with a porch, surrounded by grass and trees under a clear blue sky.
Photo credit: Kailey MarcAurele.

This lighthouse is located on the most eastern point of the continental United States. It’s a great spot to see the first rays of sun in the U.S. The lighthouse was established in 1808, but the current tower was built in 1858. Definitely worth a visit if you’re in Lubec!

Fort Point lighthouse

A white lighthouse with an attached keeper's house stands on a grassy hill under a clear blue sky.
Photo credit: Kailey MarcAurele.

Fort Point Lighthouse is a quiet and scenic spot along the Maine coast with panoramic views of Penobscot Bay and a touch of local history. Located within Fort Point State Park, it’s an easy stop for visitors looking to explore both nature and heritage. If you’re looking to just view the lighthouse, park in the small lot at the end of Lighthouse Road.

Rockland Breakwater Light

A weathered white lighthouse keeper's house with green shutters stands on a stone foundation next to a red brick lighthouse tower under a cloudy sky.
Photo credit: Kailey MarcAurele.

Rockland Breakwater Lighthouse is situated at the end of a breakwater in Rockland Harbor. This lighthouse was built between 1881 and 1990. You can go right up to this lighthouse by walking the breakwater. It’s about a two-mile roundtrip to the lighthouse. Since the breakwater is made of granite, be sure to wear appropriate shoes and watch your step as you make your way to the lighthouse.

Marshall Point Lighthouse

A white lighthouse with a black top stands at the end of a wooden walkway over the water; a yellow warning sign is posted on its door.
Photo credit: Kailey MarcAurele.

Perched on the rocky coast of Port Clyde, Maine, Marshall Point Lighthouse is a striking symbol of New England’s maritime history. This lighthouse is known for its classic white tower and scenic walkway. It draws photographers, travelers, and lighthouse lovers year-round.

Dyce Head Lighthouse

A white lighthouse with an attached house sits on a grassy hill under a clear blue sky, surrounded by bushes and trees—one of the charming lighthouses to visit in Maine.
Photo credit: Kailey MarcAurele.

Dyce Head Lighthouse in Castine, Maine, is a hidden gem with stunning coastal views and a peaceful, uncrowded setting. While the lighthouse itself isn’t open to the public, the surrounding area is accessible to the public. It’s really awesome that despite this being a private residence, the public can still visit and photograph it.

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