Standing in Edgemere, Maryland, this historic rear range light was built in 1875 to guide vessels through the Craighill Channel in upper Chesapeake Bay. Paired with its front range light, the two beacons work together to help mariners navigate the critical shipping lane safely. The light remains active today, continuing over 150 years of service to maritime navigation.
The tower is not open to the public, so visitors cannot climb it. It can be viewed and photographed from the surrounding shoreline, with golden hour and clear winter days offering the best light and unobstructed views. Nearby attractions include North Point State Park, Fort Howard Park, and the charming waterfront communities along the Patapsco River.
Explore Nearby
- North Point State Park — State Park in Maryland
- Harstine Island State Park — State Park in Washington
- Baltimore’s Historic Charles Street — Scenic Byway in Maryland
- Jericho Covered Bridge — Covered Bridge in Maryland
- Chesapeake Country Scenic Byway — Scenic Byway in Maryland
