Eatons Neck Light stands on the northernmost point of Eatons Neck, New York, guarding the entrance to Huntington Bay since 1799. One of the oldest surviving lighthouses in the United States, it was commissioned under President John Adams and has guided mariners through Long Island Sound for over two centuries. The stone tower remains an active aid to navigation operated by the U.S. Coast Guard. The lighthouse is not open to the public, but photographers can capture striking views from nearby beaches, with golden hour and autumn light offering the best conditions. Visitors to the area can enjoy Eatons Neck Beach, Target Rock National Wildlife Refuge, and the scenic North Shore coastline of Long Island.

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