Owls Head Light

Owls Head Light is a brick lighthouse located in Knox County, Maine, built on a granite foundation near the coast. The tower rises about 9 meters above ground and features a white exterior with a black lantern room at its top.

The lighthouse was first established in 1825 to guide ships along the Maine coast. A complete rebuilding in 1852 replaced it with a new cylindrical brick tower on a granite base.

The American Lighthouse Foundation maintains this navigational structure, preserving maritime heritage through educational programs and guided visits.

The lighthouse sits within a state park offering walking trails and views of Penobscot Bay from various overlooks. The site is most accessible during warmer months when weather conditions are favorable and pathways are well-maintained.

The lighthouse houses one of Maine's few remaining operational Fresnel lenses, which sits approximately 30 meters above sea level. This 19th-century optical device remains functional and is carefully maintained as a piece of maritime engineering history.

Location: Knox County

Inception: 1825

Height: 9 m

Made from material: brick

GPS coordinates: 44.09224,-69.04403

Latest update: December 10, 2025 20:02