Standing at the mouth of the Kennebec River in Maine, Pond Island Light has guided mariners since 1821, making it one of the state’s earliest lighthouses. The original wooden tower was replaced with the current stone structure in 1855. This active aid to navigation sits on a small, rugged island accessible only by boat.

Visiting: The lighthouse is not open to the public, but kayakers and boaters can view it from the water. Photography is best during golden hour when warm light catches the white tower against the rocky coastline.

Nearby: Explore Popham Beach State Park, Fort Popham, or the charming village of Bath, home to the Maine Maritime Museum.

Explore Nearby

• Fort Popham State Historic Site — State Park in Maine
• Fort Baldwin State Historic Site — 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