Nash Island Light

Nash Island Light is a lighthouse situated on a small island marking the entrance to Pleasant Bay in Maine. The square brick structure rises approximately 9 meters above the water and displays a distinctive pyramidal form built from sturdy materials.

The lighthouse was built in 1873 as a replacement for an earlier structure that originated in the 1830s. The island itself belonged to the Nash family before it was used for constructing this maritime aid.

The Friends of Nash Island Light organization maintains this maritime structure through community involvement and regular restoration activities since obtaining ownership in 1997.

Reaching this remote island requires a boat trip and there are no regular transportation services available. Visitors should inquire in advance about how to access the island and what conditions to expect once there.

The island still hosts a small flock of sheep that volunteers care for today. Each spring community members gather to help with shearing and lambing, giving the site a purpose beyond its role as a navigation aid.

Location: Washington County

Inception: 1838

Height: 9 m

GPS coordinates: 44.46419,-67.74725

Latest update: December 14, 2025 18:47