East Chop Lighthouse

Lighthouse Specs

• Originally Constructed: 1869 
• Current Tower Constructed: 1878 
• First Lit: 1878 (current tower)
• Construction: Cast Iron
  
• Tower Shape: Conical
• Height: 40 feet 
• Focal Height: 80 feet 
• Markings: White with black lantern
  
• Characteristic: Isophase green light every 6 seconds
• Range: 9 nautical miles
• Status: Active
• NRHP Number: 87001480

Location

• Address: 229 East Chop Drive
• Town: Oak Bluffs
• State: Massachusetts
• GPS: 41.470294, -70.567441
  
• Parking Notes: Parking is available right in front of the lighthouse along East Chop Drive.
• Parking Directions: HERE
• Location Directions: HERE