Halfway Rock Light, Lighthouse in Cumberland County, Maine, US.
The granite lighthouse tower rises 23 meters above the rocky outcrop in Casco Bay, featuring white markings and a black lantern at its summit.
The United States Army Corps of Engineers constructed the lighthouse in 1871 following multiple ship accidents in the dangerous waters of Casco Bay.
The lighthouse name derives from its position between Cape Elizabeth and Cape Small, marking the halfway point across an 18 nautical mile stretch.
Access to the lighthouse requires boat transportation, as it stands isolated on a rocky ledge approximately two miles from Portland Harbor.
The structure retains its original conical tower and attached boathouse, while storms have removed all other buildings from the rocky foundation.
Location: Cumberland County
Inception: 1871
Architects: United States Army Corps of Engineers
Height: 23 m
GPS coordinates: 43.65578,-70.03678
Latest update: May 11, 2025 23:14
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