Rising dramatically from a wave-swept granite ledge in Casco Bay, Maine, Halfway Rock Light has guided mariners since 1871. This striking granite tower earned its name from its position roughly halfway between Cape Small and Cape Elizabeth, marking dangerous rocky shoals that claimed numerous vessels before its construction.

The lighthouse remains an active aid to navigation but is not open to public access—the isolated rock offers no safe landing. Photographers find the best opportunities during summer boat tours departing from Portland or Bailey Island, with morning light illuminating the tower’s weathered stone facade.

Nearby attractions include the charming fishing villages of Harpswell, Portland’s vibrant waterfront dining scene, and scenic cruises through Casco Bay’s Calendar Islands.

Explore Nearby

• Eagle Island State Historic Site — State Park in Maine
• Mackworth Island — State Park in Maine
• White Mountain National Forest — National Forest in New Hampshire, Maine
• White Mountain Trail — Scenic Byway in New Hampshire
• Kancamagus Scenic Byway — Scenic Byway in New Hampshire