Lubec Channel Light

Lubec Channel Light is a cylindrical white lighthouse standing about 12 meters tall on a concrete foundation in shallow waters near the United States-Canada border. The structure was placed in the waterway to guide vessels through the dredged channel connecting Lubec and Eastport.

The lighthouse was constructed in 1890 by the United States Army Corps of Engineers to guide vessels through the dredged channel between Lubec and Eastport. The structure remained staffed for decades before automation eventually replaced the keepers.

The lighthouse served as a residence for keepers until 1939, with families maintaining the structure in this remote waterway. Their presence shaped how this navigational aid functioned as both a working building and a home.

The lighthouse is best viewed from boats in the channel or from distant spots along Boot Cove Road near South Lubec Beach. Access is limited, and the best viewing experience depends on weather and water conditions.

This structure is one of only three remaining sparkplug lighthouses of its kind in Maine, a rare architectural design. This specialized style was developed to work in shallow, difficult-to-access waters like this channel.

Location: Washington County

Inception: 1890

Height: 12 m

GPS coordinates: 44.84200,-66.97670

Latest update: December 14, 2025 12:26