Kincardine Lighthouse

Kincardine Lighthouse is an octagonal tower that rises 19 meters above Lake Huron, built on a stone foundation with the keeper's residence attached. A red iron lantern and viewing platform sit at the top, overlooking the lake and harbor below.

The lighthouse was completed in 1881 and helped ships safely navigate through Kincardine harbor when the town was flourishing with fishing, lumber, and salt shipping industries. It stands as a marker of the region's prosperous maritime period.

The marine museum inside the lighthouse displays objects and documents that tell the story of Kincardine's seafaring past and the keepers who worked here. The collection shows what daily life was like for these people who maintained the light.

Visitors can climb 69 steps across three levels to reach the observation deck with views of the lake and harbor. The stairway is narrow and steep, so those with physical limitations should check accessibility beforehand.

On summer evenings, a bagpiper performs from the tower platform, a tradition rooted in the Scottish settlers who founded Kincardine. The music echoes across the harbor and connects the town's past with its present identity.

Location: Kincardine

Height: 19 m

Address: 236 Harbour Street

GPS coordinates: 44.17710,-81.63820

Latest update: December 6, 2025 17:46