Little River Light, Maritime navigation lighthouse in Washington County, United States
Little River Light is a lighthouse with an iron tower reinforced by a steel and brick framework located in Washington County. The structure stands 12 meters tall on a rocky point and has guided ships through challenging coastal waters for generations.
The original light was established in 1846 to warn ships of the hazardous rocks in this area. The current iron tower was built in 1876 by the United States Army Corps of Engineers as a replacement for the earlier structure.
The lighthouse embodies Maine's seafaring traditions and remains a symbol of the region's maritime past. Visitors can feel this connection to the water and fishing heritage simply by standing near the tower and observing how it defines the coastal landscape.
You can view the structure from outside, with the best views available from the water or nearby walking paths along the coast. The American Lighthouse Foundation offers overnight stays in the restored keeper's house during summer months for those who want a closer connection to the site.
It stands as one of the few remaining iron lighthouses in Maine, and during its 2001 restoration a Vega rotating beacon was installed to replace the original light. This modern beacon represents how the old structure continues to serve mariners with updated technology while keeping its historic character.
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