Built in 1889, Cobb Point Bar Light stands off the shores of Cobb Island, Maryland, where the Wicomico River meets the Potomac. This caisson-style lighthouse guided mariners through treacherous shallow waters for decades before being deactivated. Its sturdy iron foundation and compact design make it a striking example of Chesapeake Bay engineering.

The lighthouse is not open to the public and cannot be climbed, but it’s easily viewed from Cobb Island’s waterfront. Golden hour and early morning fog create the best photography conditions. Nearby, visitors can explore Cobb Island’s quiet fishing community, launch kayaks along the Wicomico, or drive to historic St. Mary’s City and Point Lookout State Park for additional Chesapeake heritage.

Explore Nearby

• St. Clement’s Island State Park — State Park in Maryland
• Westmoreland State Park — State Park in Virginia
• Douglas Point Special Recreation Management Area — Public Land in Maryland
• Meadowood Special Recreation Management Area — Public Land in Virginia
• Harriet Tubman Underground Railroad Byway — Scenic Byway in Maryland