Lighthouses

BASS HARBOR HEAD LIGHT - Maine

 

Location: Mount Desert Island - Entrance To Bass Head Harbor
Currently Operational: Yes
Height: 56 feet
Year Established: 1858

 

The Bass Harbor Head Light is perched atop a cliff along the rocky shoreline on the southern end of Mount Desert Island. It was established and first lit in 1858 and is still operational today. The tower is white cylindrical shaped and constructed of brick. It is connected to the wood framed lighthouse keeper’s quarters by a covered walkway.

The lighthouse and keeper’s quarters are located within Acadia National Park. The grounds are open to the public but the lighthouse tower and keeper’s house are not.

 

Bass Harbor Head Lighthouse

 

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