Marblehead Lighthouse
Ohio
Marblehead Lighthouse is a lighthouse in Ohio, first lit in 1822. Its official name is Marblehead Light. The tower stands 66 feet tall. It is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The nearest other lighthouse is Cedar Point Lighthouse, 3.5 mi away. It is open to visitors.
Marblehead Lighthouse at a glance
Visiting
Open to visitors
Tower open to climb
First lit
1822
Tower height
66 ft
Light 67 ft above water
Official name
Marblehead Light
About Marblehead Lighthouse
Marblehead Lighthouse in Marblehead, Ohio, United States, is the oldest lighthouse in continuous operation on the American side of the Great Lakes. It has guided sailors safely along the rocky shores of Marblehead Peninsula since 1822, and is an active aid to navigation.
Marblehead Lighthouse sits at 41.5364, -82.7117 in Ohio. The closest other lighthouses are Cedar Point Lighthouse (3.5 mi), South Bass Island Lighthouse (9.3 mi) and Green Island Lighthouse (11 mi). Ohio has 16 lighthouses in all.
Visiting Marblehead Lighthouse
Marblehead Lighthouse is open to visitors. Visitors can climb the tower to the top, 66 feet up. Hours and tour days change by season, so check locally before you go.
- Built of
- Limestone
- Heritage status
- National Register of Historic Places
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Lighthouses near Marblehead Lighthouse
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Cedar Point Lighthouse
3.5 mi away
South Bass Island Lighthouse
9.3 mi away
Green Island Lighthouse
11 mi away
Port Clinton Lighthouse
12 mi away
Huron Harbor Lighthouse
13 mi away
Vermilion Lighthouse
19 mi away
Also close to Marblehead Lighthouse: West Sister Island Lighthouse 25 mi · Lorain West Breakwater Lighthouse 27 mi · Turtle Island Lighthouse 38 mi · Toledo Harbor Lighthouse 39 mi · Detroit River Lighthouse 39 mi
Questions about Marblehead Lighthouse
Where is Marblehead Lighthouse?
Marblehead Lighthouse is in Ohio, at 41.5364, -82.7117. The nearest other lighthouse is Cedar Point Lighthouse, 3.5 mi away.
Can you visit Marblehead Lighthouse?
Yes. Marblehead Lighthouse is open to visitors. Hours and tour days change through the year, so check before you go.
Can you climb Marblehead Lighthouse?
Yes. Visitors can climb the tower, which stands 66 feet tall. Climbs usually run on set days and seasons.
When was Marblehead Lighthouse built?
Marblehead Lighthouse was first lit in 1822.
How tall is Marblehead Lighthouse?
The tower is 66 feet (20 m) tall, and its light sits 67 feet above the water.
What lighthouses are near Marblehead Lighthouse?
The closest are Cedar Point Lighthouse (3.5 mi), South Bass Island Lighthouse (9.3 mi) and Green Island Lighthouse (11 mi).
Sources: history and visiting details from the Wikipedia article on Marblehead Light (CC BY-SA 4.0); facts and location from Wikidata. Photo credits are listed under each photo and on the photo credits page.