Nauset Light, is the most famous and photographed lighthouse on Cape Cod, is located within the Cape Cod National Coast. It is an important part of Easthams cultural and maritime history. Nauset Light is helping private…

2022年4月27日 · While there are more Cape Cod lighthouses than what’s included on this list, these are the best ones to visit during your trip to the Cape. I’ve broken them up into two categories: Lighthouses that are easy to visit, and lighthouses that are more challenging to visit, but absolutely worth the effort!

The Cape Cod lighthouses were built to help ships navigate the rugged coastline, treacherous water, and dangerous shoals lurking unseen beneath the waves. The historic lighthouses on Cape Cod and the Islands were built between 1797 and 1961 and survived insurmountable challenges—crumbling structures, fires, and erosion—to be an iconic ...

The winding staircases, the distant echo of your footsteps, waves hitting against the rock, distant ship hooting…that’s the dejavu you get when you visit the Cape Cod Lighthouses. It is as if you are part of the whole system that emits navigational lights …

2023年10月23日 · There are 14 beautiful lighthouses scattered throughout Cape Cod, plus a few more on the nearby islands, each with its own unique history and charm. Many are open to the public and offer tours or access to their grounds, allowing visitors to learn about their maritime heritage and enjoy stunning coastal views.

There are several lighthouses within Cape Cod National Seashore, reminding us of the Outer Cape's strong connection to the sea. Some of the lighthouses are managed by partners. These organizations open the lighthouses to the public seasonally, and may also provide the maintenance necessary to ensure that the lights shine brightly and are open ...

A study of today’s Cape Cod Lighthouses, their history, location and how to visit them. From Bourne to Provincetown, Cape Cod Lighthouses can be found at all the important navigation points to mark dangerous shipping areas.

2022年6月14日 · Highland Light is the oldest and tallest lighthouse in Cape Cod, and features a nearby museum. 5. Race Point Lighthouse. We walked out here, on a whim, after having rode bikes out to the Coast Guard station. 6. Wood End Lighthouse. I followed to the end of the causeway but the trail starts to the right prior to end of causeway. 7.

2023年3月30日 · Today, these Cape Cod lighthouses are popular tourist attractions that offer stunning views of the ocean and a glimpse into the Cape’s rich maritime history. In this article, we’ll explore some of the most iconic lighthouses on …

Lighthouses line the coastline of Cape Cod and stand proud and beautiful. They serve as beacons, guiding boats from the rough sea waters of the Atlantic and saving countless lives. Imagine the relief of those huddled onboard a boat tossed by turbulent waves when they glimpsed the light flashing through darkness.