The light tower, standing 113 feet tall, was built in 1870 to replace the shorter Old Presque Isle Lighthouse about a mile ...

Lighthouse island hopping combines the intrigue of maritime history with the breathtaking beauty of coastal landscapes. This ...

In America, these feathered icons dot coastlines, lakeshores, and islands. Each offers a glimpse into history, and the views are simply stunning for a weekend adventure. Let me take you on a tour of ...

For instance, Nubble Lighthouse in York and West Quoddy Head Lighthouse in Lubec are some of the most beautiful New England ...

It leads to a steep wooden stairway and then more gradual stone steps to a rugged path over uneven granite rocks to the shoreline. From here, you get a glimpse of the lighthouse. Scramble through ...

(Getty Images)| The Bass Harbor Head Lighthouse sits perched above the rugged coastline of Mount Desert Island. Located in Acadia National Park, this lighthouse dates all the way back to 1858.

The lighthouse is one of the best known sights in Co Donegal. The lighthouse remains operational and while its operational technology has evolved, it is still a vital aid to navigation at sea but its ...

Or do like the locals do and go for a picnic along the rugged cliffs. Spend some time ranging along the round-pebble beaches, or climb the Cap Gaspé lighthouse for the towering sea view.