Franklin Island Light, Lighthouse in Muscongus Bay, Maine, US.
The brick tower of Franklin Island Light rises 14 meters high at the entrance to Muscongus Bay, marking safe passages through local waters.
The original lighthouse construction began in 1805 after Congress allocated funds to protect vessels from the treacherous rocks surrounding Franklin Island.
John Lowell maintained the maritime safety traditions as the first keeper of Franklin Island Light, serving the post for twenty-three continuous years.
The lighthouse emits a beam visible for 8 nautical miles, operating automatically since 1967 to guide ships through the waters of Knox County.
The island functions as a National Wildlife Refuge, restricting public access from April through July to protect nesting bird populations.
Location: Knox County
Inception: 1805
Height: 14 m
GPS coordinates: 43.89206,-69.37461
Latest update: March 7, 2025 23:55
Olson House
13.1 km
Pemaquid Point Light
12.2 km
Whaleback Shell Midden
20 km
Marshall Point Light
9.5 km
Tenants Harbor Light
17 km
Fort William Henry
12.2 km
Monhegan Island Light
14.9 km
Pemaquid Archeological Site
11.9 km
Project Puffin
3.5 km
Perkins Homestead
19.3 km
Manana Island Sound Signal Station
14.8 km
Mosquito Island House
12.6 km
Arch Bridge
13.4 km
Monhegan Island Plantation
15.1 km
Chapman-Hall House
20 km
Sproul Homestead
14.4 km
The Influence
14.9 km
Matthew Cottrill House
20.1 km
Walpole Meetinghouse
16.9 km
Thompson Icehouse
15 km
Daniel Weston Homestead
12.9 km
Huston House
18.7 km
Emily Means House
14.8 km
Stephen Coffin House
20.1 km
Cottage on King's Row
9.2 km
Franklin Island National Wildlife Refuge
124 m
Lincoln County Community Theater
20.1 km
Damariscotta Oyster Shell Heaps
20 kmVisited this place? Tap the stars to rate it and share your experience / photos with the community! Try now! You can cancel it anytime.
Discover hidden gems everywhere you go!
From secret cafés to breathtaking viewpoints, skip the crowded tourist spots and find places that match your style. Our app makes it easy with voice search, smart filtering, route optimization, and insider tips from travelers worldwide. Download now for the complete mobile experience.
A unique approach to discovering new places❞
— Le Figaro
All the places worth exploring❞
— France Info
A tailor-made excursion in just a few clicks❞
— 20 Minutes