Perched at the entrance to Gloucester Harbor, Eastern Point Light has guided mariners along Massachusetts’ rocky North Shore since 1890. This classic white cylindrical tower replaced an earlier wooden structure and remains an active aid to navigation today.

The lighthouse sits on private property within a gated community, so visitors cannot access the grounds or climb the tower. However, photographers capture stunning shots from the breakwater at the end of Eastern Point Boulevard, particularly during golden hour or when dramatic nor’easter waves crash against the rocks.

While in Gloucester, explore the charming downtown, visit the famous Fisherman’s Memorial statue, or take a whale-watching excursion. The nearby Hammond Castle Museum offers another photogenic coastal attraction worth visiting.

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• Halibut Point State Park — State Park in Massachusetts
• Sandy Point State Reservation — State Park in Massachusetts
• Meteor Lakes Byway — Scenic Byway in North Carolina
• Old Kings Highway (Route 6A) — Scenic Byway in Massachusetts
• Swamp Meadow Bridge — Covered Bridge in South Carolina