The 10 Best Lighthouses in New York, United States

June 17, 2021 Marianna Hollaway

New York State has it all – booming metropolises, majestic waterfalls, mountains, wine country, chicken wings. Yes, NYC is a magnet for tourists, but an exploration of the rest of the state can be equally thrilling. The Finger Lakes Wine Region is a vision of serene waters, quaint B&Bs, and pretty vineyards. Movie buffs will love Rochester, home of the George Eastman House and one of the world’s most comprehensive film archives. On your way to Niagara Falls, stop in Buffalo to fuel up on spicy wings.
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1. Buffalo Breakwater Lighthouse

Buffalo, NY
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5.0 based on 2 reviews

Buffalo Breakwater Lighthouse

2. Westchester RiverWalk

220 W Main St, Tarrytown, NY 10591-3670 +1 914-995-2000 http://planning.westchestergov.com/initiatives/westchester-trails/riverwalk
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5.0 based on 6 reviews

Westchester RiverWalk

Reviewed By cotravelguru - Denver, United States

This a pretty trail that parallels the Hudson River and ultimately leads to the lighthouse an Kingsland Park. The summer is the best time to walk, as winter can render the path icy and uneven. Dogs are allowed on the path

3. Bluff Point Light

Valcour Island, Clinton, NY 12901 http://www.clintoncountyhistorical.com
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Bluff Point Light

4. Horton Point Lighthouse Nautical Museum

1575 Lighthouse Rd Lighthouse Park, Southold, NY 11971-2356 +1 631-765-5500 [email protected] http://www.southoldhistoricalsociety.org/lighthouse.htm
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4.5 based on 60 reviews

Horton Point Lighthouse Nautical Museum

Visit the 1857 lighthouse and its accompanying museum that offers a unique collection of marine artifacts such as sea chests, paintings, maps, scrimshaw and photographs. Southold Historical Society volunteers are on hand to share their knowledge and love of the lighthouse.

5. Sodus Bay Lighthouse Museum

7606 N Ontario St Beautiful gardens and sunsets., Sodus Point, NY 14555-9536 +1 315-483-4936 http://www.soduspointlighthouse.org/
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4.5 based on 130 reviews

Sodus Bay Lighthouse Museum

Built in 1824, the original lighthouse tower was almost destroyed during the Civil War, fell into disrepair, rebuilt in 1870, and now is open to the public as a maritime museum and library.

Reviewed By M3349ZSjasonp - Lansing, United States

The interior of the lighthouse is closed this summer due to Coronavirus but it is still worth stopping here to see the lighthouse and the beautifully landscaped grounds. Lighthouse sits on a bluff overlooking Lake Ontario, the Sodus Point Beach, and breaklight. Lots of beautiful black eyed Susan’s and hydrangeas all around the grounds at the beginning of August.

6. Tibbetts Point Lighthouse

Cape Vincent, NY +1 315-654-2700 http://www.capevincent.org/lighthouse/lighthouse_001.htm
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4.5 based on 133 reviews

Tibbetts Point Lighthouse

This lighthouse was erected in 1827 when its first lamps were fueled by whale oil; today the buildings and grounds serve as an historical and educational resource for the public to enjoy.

Reviewed By jtdriver - Amsterdam, United States

A great spot! We were fortunate to spend about an hour on a mild and sunny day with a breeze kicking up the waves from Lake Ontario. We enjoyed the exhibits in the building that housed the fog horn and looking through the "telescope" out across the lake and the river. It's too bad the area needs to be so fenced in and that walking to the top of the lighthouse is not permitted (as far as we could tell). Maybe in the future the big chain link fence can be replaced with something equally protective of visitors' safety but be much more attractive. In any case, well worth a visit.

7. Rondout Lighthouse

Hudson River, Kingston, NY 12401-6091
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4.5 based on 39 reviews

Rondout Lighthouse

You can reach this historic 86-year-old lighthouse by boat tours from the Hudson River Maritime Museum.

Reviewed By 662stevec - Washington, United States

If you enjoy the tranquil beauty of a lighthouse, then this one is a must-see. The current structure was built-in 1913 & it was 1st lite-up in 1915. To see the lighthouse you can take a boat tour that originates at the Hudson River Museum or by walking the Kingston Point Rail Trail.

8. Montauk Point Lighthouse

2000 Montauk Hwy, Montauk, NY 11954-5600 +1 631-668-2544 [email protected] http://www.montauklighthouse.com/
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4.5 based on 1,443 reviews

Montauk Point Lighthouse

Located on the tip of Long Island, the oldest lighthouse in New York State offers a museum, gift shop and tours.

Reviewed By N2647LQdavidw - Waddington, United States

A must see attraction. This beautiful Lighthouse on the tip of Long Island is worth the trip .You can have a picnic and take a tour and climb to the top of the lighthouse with spectacular views. And you better hurry cause it might go over the edge sooner or later

9. The Hudson-Athens Lighthouse

2 1st St Water St and 2nd Street, Athens, NY 12015-1340 +1 518-828-5294 http://www.hudsonathenslighthouse.org/history.html
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4.5 based on 23 reviews

The Hudson-Athens Lighthouse

One of the last built and most elegant of the Hudson River lighthouses.

Reviewed By Wallysfood - Oceanside, United States

Took the last tour of the season, wound up to be that perfect sunny autumn day on the Hudson River that’s tough to beat. The volunteer staff at the lighthouse all have a passion for what they do and know the light top to bottom and all the stories that go with it. If you have any interest in Lighthouses this is the tour to take. It may not be the biggest light, but it’s history will pull you right in and to stand on top of the light and watch the river and the boats passing....awesome!

10. Fire Island Lighthouse

4640 Captree Is, Fire Island, NY 11702-4601 +1 631-661-4876 http://www.fireislandlighthouse.com
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4.5 based on 179 reviews

Fire Island Lighthouse

Reviewed By say24hey - Vero Beach, United States

A nice walk from the Robert Moses parking lot along a winding boardwalk gets you to the lighthouse. After climbing the steps to the top, the view of the ocean, surrounding park and of southern Long Island is a sight to see. Many deer are in view along the walk

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