Standing on a small island at the entrance to Mobjack Bay in Chesapeake Bay, Virginia, New Point Comfort Light was built in 1805, making it one of the oldest surviving lighthouses on the bay. The octagonal sandstone tower guided mariners for over 150 years before being decommissioned. Erosion has separated it from the mainland, leaving it perched dramatically on its own island — a striking sight for photographers, especially at golden hour during fall and spring when migratory birds gather nearby. The lighthouse is not open to the public and cannot be climbed, but kayakers and boaters can view it up close. Nearby, explore Mathews County’s quiet beaches and the Chesapeake Bay wine trail.

Explore Nearby

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• Colonial Parkway — Scenic Byway in Virginia
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