Matinicus Rock Lighthouse - Matinicus Island, Maine

Matinicus Island, Maine

Matinicus Rock Lighthouse is a historic and very remote lighthouse located on Matinicus Rock off Matinicus Island in Maine. This old tower was built in 1827.

"Matinicus Rock" by U. S. Fish and Wildlife Service - Northeast Region is marked with Public Domain Mark 1.0.

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About This Location

Matinicus Rock Lighthouse is a historic and very remote lighthouse located on Matinicus Rock off Matinicus Island in Maine. This old granite tower was built in 1827.

Lighthouse Specs

Originally Constructed: 1827
Current Tower Constructed: 1857
First Lit: 1857 (current tower)
Construction: Granite blocks
Tower Shape: Cylindrical twin towers
Height: 48 feet
Focal Height: 90 feet
Markings: Natural
Characteristic: Flashing white light every 10 seconds
Range: 20 nautical miles
Status: Active
NRHP Number: 88000149

Category:

Lighthouses in Maine

Category:

Historic Places in Maine

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Locations

Address:

Matinicus Rock, Matinicus Island, Maine

GPS Coordinates:

43.783750, -68.855056

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Parking Notes:

No parking is available on the lighthouse because it is located on a remote island. It is best viewed from boats or planes considering it is miles off the mainland.

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