Cape Ann Light Station

Description

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Lighthouse Specs

  • Originally constructed: 1771 
  • Current towers constructed: 1861
  • First lit: 1861
  • Construction: Cut granite
  • Tower shape: Conical
  • Height: 124 feet
  • Focal height: 166 feet 
  • Markings: Not painted
  • Characteristic: Flashing red light every 5 seconds (Fl R 5s)
  • Range: 17 nautical miles
  • Status: Active
  • NRHP number: 71000355

Location

  • Address: Thacher Island
  • Town: Rockport
  • State: Massachusetts
  • GPS: Lat 42.636824 Lng -70.575006
  • Parking notes: N/A
  • Parking directions: N/A
  • Location directions: HERE

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