Assateague Lighthouse

Posted to: Lighthouses Virginia

Quick Facts
Hours: Mon. - Sun. 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. June through September. Open weekends April through November. Price: $5 adults; $3 children; free under 2 years old. Children ages 2-12 must be accompanied by an adult.

Quick Facts

Hours:
Mon. - Sun. 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. June through September. Open weekends April through November.

Price:
$5 adults; $3 children; free under 2 years old. Children ages 2-12 must be accompanied by an adult.

Located on Assateague Island, it was built in 1833 and then rebuilt in 1866. The tower stands 145 feet tall and still operates today, warning ships of treacherous shoals that lie off the barrier islands. It is owned and operated by the U.S. Coast Guard and open for inside tours during the summer.

Assateague Lighthouse
Assateague Island VA
Tour Groups information: 757-336-3696

http://www.assateagueisland.com/lighthouse/lighthouse_info.htm

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