Absecon Lighthouse
New Jersey
Absecon Lighthouse is a lighthouse in New Jersey, first lit in 1856. The tower stands 171 feet tall. It was deactivated in 1933. It is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The nearest other lighthouse is Brigantine Lighthouse, 2.4 mi away. It is open to visitors.
Absecon Lighthouse at a glance
Visiting
Open to visitors
Tower open to climb
First lit
1856
Deactivated 1933
Tower height
171 ft
Light 167 ft above water
Heritage status
National Register of Historic Places
About Absecon Lighthouse
The Absecon Lighthouse is a coastal lighthouse located in the north end of Atlantic City, New Jersey, overlooking Absecon Inlet. At 171 feet (52 m) it is the tallest lighthouse in the state of New Jersey and the third-tallest masonry lighthouse in the United States.
Absecon Lighthouse sits at 39.3661, -74.4142 in New Jersey. The closest other lighthouses are Brigantine Lighthouse (2.4 mi), Ludlam's Beach Lighthouse (20 mi) and Barnegat Lighthouse (32 mi). New Jersey has 23 lighthouses in all.
Visiting Absecon Lighthouse
Absecon Lighthouse is open to visitors. Visitors can climb the tower to the top, 171 feet up. Hours and tour days change by season, so check the official website before you go.
- Architect
- George Meade
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Lighthouses near Absecon Lighthouse
All lighthouses in New Jersey →Brigantine Lighthouse
2.4 mi away
Ludlam's Beach Lighthouse
20 mi away
Barnegat Lighthouse
32 mi away
Hereford Inlet Lighthouse
32 mi away
East Point Lighthouse
35 mi away
Cape May Lighthouse
42 mi away
Also close to Absecon Lighthouse: Cross Ledge Lighthouse 45 mi · Miah Maull Shoal Lighthouse 46 mi · Brandywine Shoal Lighthouse 46 mi · Fourteen Foot Bank Lighthouse 47 mi · Elbow of Cross Ledge Lighthouse 47 mi
Questions about Absecon Lighthouse
Where is Absecon Lighthouse?
Absecon Lighthouse is in New Jersey, at 39.3661, -74.4142. The nearest other lighthouse is Brigantine Lighthouse, 2.4 mi away.
Can you visit Absecon Lighthouse?
Yes. Absecon Lighthouse is open to visitors. Hours and tour days change through the year, so check before you go.
Can you climb Absecon Lighthouse?
Yes. Visitors can climb the tower, which stands 171 feet tall. Climbs usually run on set days and seasons.
When was Absecon Lighthouse built?
Absecon Lighthouse was first lit in 1856. It was deactivated in 1933.
How tall is Absecon Lighthouse?
The tower is 171 feet (52 m) tall, and its light sits 167 feet above the water.
What lighthouses are near Absecon Lighthouse?
The closest are Brigantine Lighthouse (2.4 mi), Ludlam's Beach Lighthouse (20 mi) and Barnegat Lighthouse (32 mi).
Sources: history and visiting details from the Wikipedia article on Absecon Lighthouse (CC BY-SA 4.0); facts and location from Wikidata. Photo credits are listed under each photo and on the photo credits page.