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 …

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 …

Lighthouses are built from wood, stone, brick, reinforced concrete, iron, steel, or aluminum. They are designed to withstand local environmental conditions. For example, tall skeletal lighthouses located …

Dec 19, 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.

The oldest existing lighthouse in the world is considered to be La Coruna in Spain that dates from ca. 20 B.C. A Roman lighthouse is located on the Cliffs of Dover in the UK that was constructed in 40 A.D. …

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. …

Jul 26, 2024 · The National Park Service is steward to nearly 50 lighthouses and light stations in the United States. In the map below, you can find out details about each one, including how to visit. …