Cedar Island Light stands at the entrance to Northwest Harbor in East Hampton, New York. Built in 1839, this granite lighthouse served as a vital navigational aid for mariners navigating the waters between Shelter Island and the South Fork of Long Island. The light was decommissioned in 1934 and now sits on private property as part of a residential estate. The lighthouse is not open to the public, and visitors cannot climb the tower. However, it can be photographed from the water or nearby shorelines. Golden hour on calm evenings offers the best light. Nearby, visitors can explore the charming village of East Hampton, Montauk Point Lighthouse, and the nature trails of Mashomack Preserve on Shelter Island.

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