Preserved Towers Along the Northern Coast

The map below helps you trace surviving lighthouse sites, from restored headland beacons to working coastal markers still standing today.

Each location is paired with concise historical notes so you can move between geography and archive context without losing the thread of the regions maritime history.

Northern Coast Reference

Preserved Towers Map

A visual reference to surviving lighthouse towers along the northern coast. This archive map is interpretive and historical in purpose, pairing location context with short preservation notes.

Illustrated archival map of the northern coastline showing preserved lighthouse tower locations — For historical orientation only — not a live route planner or navigation tool.

Highlighted Towers

Harbor Point Light

Stone tower restored after storm damage in 1912; now preserved with its original lantern profile.
Greycliff Beacon

Clifftop iron structure overlooking the northern shipping lane, documented in keeper logs from the 1880s.
North Shoal Tower

Built on a tidal platform, this rare offshore light remains a key example of coastal engineering resilience.
Windward Sentinel

Known for its red gallery band and keeper quarters, preserved through local heritage trust stewardship.
Cape Alder Light

Late-19th-century masonry light with surviving fog-signal house, now maintained as a maritime landmark.

Visiting notes

Frequently asked questions

Practical guidance for reading the preserved tower map and using the archive with care.

Is access to preserved lighthouse sites guaranteed year-round?

Access varies by season, weather, and local stewardship rules. The map marks preserved locations, but opening hours and paths can change, so visitors should verify current local guidance before traveling.

What survives today at most tower locations?

Conditions differ from site to site: some towers remain structurally intact, others survive as foundations, lantern elements, or documented footprints. Each map entry notes the best confirmed surviving features.

How complete is the archive for the northern coast?

The archive is substantial but still growing. Records combine verified photographs, keeper accounts, and public documents; entries are updated as additional material is confirmed and cataloged.

Can every mapped tower be visited in person?

No. Some sites are on private land, ecologically sensitive coastlines, or inaccessible headlands. The map is a reference to heritage locations, not a guarantee of public entry.

How should I interpret markers and boundaries on the map?

Markers indicate documented historical positions, while boundary lines show approximate preservation zones based on current records. Treat them as orientation aids and consult local signage for on-site decisions.