Rondout Light

Rondout Light is a river lighthouse at the Hudson entrance in Kingston, featuring a square brick tower attached to a support building. The structure stands 15 meters tall and remains operational today.

The lighthouse was built in 1838 to guide ships on the Hudson River and was rebuilt in 1915 after damage to the original structure. The two construction periods show how shipping remained important to Kingston's development.

The lighthouse forms part of Kingston's maritime identity today and shows how the town preserves its connection to the Hudson River. Visitors can see how this structure remains alive in local memory as a symbol of the area's shipping past.

The lighthouse is managed by the Hudson River Maritime Museum and can be viewed from outside, with the river views being particularly rewarding in good weather. The location is easy to reach from Kingston and offers direct access to the waterfront.

The current structure uses yellow brick with a black lantern, while the original was made of bluestone and its circular foundation remains visible at the site. These remnants remind visitors of the longer history of the location as a navigational aid.

Location: Kingston

Inception: 1838

Height: 15 m

Made from material: brick

Website: http://kingstonlighthouse.com

GPS coordinates: 41.92082,-73.96249

Latest update: December 14, 2025 09:43