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 …

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.

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 12, 2025 · The United States Lighthouse Society is a nonprofit historical and educational organization dedicated to saving and sharing the rich maritime legacy of American lighthouses and …

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. …

What is a lighthouse? A lighthouse is loosely defined as a tower or other structure used to display a light for the guidance of ships to either avoid a dangerous area (shoals, etc.) or to identify a safe harbor.

Mar 7, 2025 · For centuries, lighthouses have been key navigational aids, guiding sailors safely through treacherous waters, rocky coastlines, and dense fog. These iconic structures serve a simple yet key …

Read fascinating stories about individual lighthouses and how a 729 foot-long ship known as the Edmund Fitzgerald sank in just ten seconds. View the dozens of pictures of lighthouses and the...

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 …