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Portland Head Light

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Portland Head Light is a historic lighthouse in Cape Elizabeth, Maine. The light station sits on a headland at the entrance of the primary shipping …

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Nov 13, 2024
I was looking forward to this stop on our road trip for months. Of course, it had to be on a very rainy evening, so our amazing photo stop turned dreary. It was still an excellent stop. We wandere… Full review by Indyinin
Oct 27, 2024
Great day, great vistas, beautiful sights and sounds. Large park with lots to do and see but the main attraction is the lighthouse. Did not do the museum or walk the grounds, but would definitely d… Full review by kghudson
Oct 17, 2024
This lighthouse is a must see if in the Portland area! The grounds are gorgeous and highly recommend taking the short walking trails on either side so come wonderful views of the keeper’s house and … Full review by Kari R
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Articles

Formerly known as the Cape Elizabeth Lighthouse, the tower of strength has been ingrained into the fabric of Maine since its est…
cityseeker.com
Portland Head Light is a historic lighthouse in Cape Elizabeth, Maine. The light station sits on a head of land at the entrance of the primary …
sygic.com
Portland Head Light is a historic lighthouse in Cape Elizabeth, Maine that sits at the entrance of the shipping channel into Casco Bay. The h…
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Facts

Located:Portland Head off Shore Rd., Cape Elizabeth, Maine
Height:24.38 m (80.0 ft)
Area:10 acres (4.0 ha)
Architect:Nichols, John; Bryant, Jonathan

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Is the view for the lighthouse wheelchair accessible?
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Yes it is easily visible from the car park.
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Is the parking lot big enough to park a camper?
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Definitely
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Is this place pet friendly?
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Yes, it's very pet friendly with lots of big, grassy areas. When we were there in early July several people had their dogs with them.
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Is there free parking and is there a fee just to go see the lighthouse?
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Yes parking is freeeeeee
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How to photograph the lighthouse before sunrise and after sunset? The lighthouse is closed, I am planning to do …
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How to photograph the lighthouse before sunrise and after sunset? The lighthouse is closed, I am planning to do astrophotography. Can anyone guide me the locations?
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The park that this lighthouse is in is only open from dawn to dusk so no astrophotography, but you can photograph the sun coming up or going down.
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