Best Lighthouses

Maine's most iconic and photogenic lighthouses along the coast. These beacons have guided mariners for centuries.

Portland Head Light

Located in Cape Elizabeth's Fort Williams Park, this is one of the most photographed lighthouses in the world. Commissioned by George Washington.

Famous for its striking bedrock formations leading down to the sea. It's the lighthouse featured on the Maine state quarter.

Located in Lubec, the easternmost point of the continental US. Distinctive for its red-and-white candy cane stripes.

Perched on a sea cliff in Acadia National Park, this is a favorite spot for photographers, especially at sunset.

Requires a nearly mile-long walk on a granite breakwater to reach. It sits in the middle of the harbor, offering unique views.

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