Barnegat Lighthouse at the coast of Ocean County, New Jersey, U.S., facing the Atlantic Ocean at sunrise Aerial drone footage of the Roman Rock Lighthouse off the southern coast of South Africa. A …

Jul 11, 2018 · Some of the most beautiful lighthouses in the world can be found in America, from the coasts of California to the shores of Mississippi. Let these lighthouse photos inspire you to take a trip …

Enjoy this handy guide featuring 14 of our favorite lighthouses in the U.S. Want even more great lighthouses? Check out this guide showcasing lighthouses from the Great Lakes to the Gulf Coast. …

Dec 16, 2025 · This site includes photographs, directions, histories, and GPS coordinates garnered while personally visiting every lighthouse in the United States and nearly every lighthouse in Canada. …

Jul 26, 2024 · Discover the historic Thomas Point Shoal Lighthouse, a National Historic Landmark in the Chesapeake Bay. This restored offshore beacon offers engaging exhibits, interactive displays, and …

Aug 2, 2025 · Lighthouses have long been iconic symbols of safety, strength, and coastal beauty—guiding sailors through stormy seas and rocky shores for centuries. At the height of …

lighthouse, structure, usually with a tower, built onshore or on the seabed to serve as an aid to maritime coastal navigation, warning mariners of hazards, establishing their position, and guiding them to their …

US-Lighthouses is one of the most comprehensive sources for lighthouse information, lighthouse history, photos, and directions to lighthouses (GPS coordinates).

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Dec 5, 2025 · Join the United States Lighthouse Society and the Point Wilson Lighthouse team as we celebrate the restoration and relighting of the original 1879 Fresnel lens —the lighthouse’s true …