Assateague Light, Maritime navigation beacon on Assateague Island, Virginia, United States.
The red and white striped cylindrical tower reaches 142 feet in height and contains an internal spiral staircase leading to the lantern room.
The current lighthouse replaced a shorter 45-foot structure in 1867 after Congress determined the need for improved maritime navigation along the Virginia coast.
The lighthouse stands as a central element of the Chincoteague National Wildlife Refuge, where visitors observe migratory birds and coastal wildlife.
Public access to climb the lighthouse tower occurs on Saturdays between April and November from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM with a midday break.
The structure maintains its function as an active navigation aid with twin rotating lights visible from 19 nautical miles at sea.
Location: Accomack County
Height: 43 m
GPS coordinates: 37.91110,-75.35580
Latest update: May 17, 2025 10:26
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