Lion's Head Light

Lion's Head Light is a wooden replica lighthouse standing about 28 feet tall at the entrance to Lion's Head Harbor on Georgian Bay. The structure features a square pyramid tower with a viewing platform and red lantern room, serving as an orienting landmark for the waterfront area.

The original lighthouse dated to 1903 and served mariners entering the bay for many decades. When the Canadian Coast Guard replaced it with a metal navigational post in 1969, the community later reconstructed this wooden version to preserve the harbor's legacy.

Local students built this wooden replica in 1983, bringing back a landmark that had shaped the harbor's identity for generations. The project reflects how small communities keep their maritime heritage alive through hands-on work and shared effort.

The lighthouse site includes public restrooms, benches, and easy access to the harbor area where you can explore the waterfront. Visiting on quieter days helps you enjoy the views and take photographs without crowds interfering with your experience.

This replica was built using the original 1903 construction blueprints, preserving the exact design of the historical lighthouse. The site sits precisely on the 45th parallel, a point equidistant from the equator and the North Pole.

Location: Ontario

Inception: 1903

Architectural style: pepperpot

Made from material: lumber

GPS coordinates: 44.99060,-81.24830

Latest update: December 14, 2025 13:06