Boon Island Lighthouse

The tallest lighthouse in Maine, Boon Island Lighthouse stands at 133 feet tall on a barren, storm-washed rock pile off the coast of York. Its first granite tower was built in 1811, however it was destroyed in a storm in 1832. The current version was built in 1855 and features a dome-covered beacon.

As one of the state’s most remote lighthouses, it’s susceptible to fierce Atlantic storms. Boon Island Light remains an active navigational aid, though it’s not open to the public and is privately owned. The automated light flashes every five seconds and can be seen for 19 miles. You can view it from the mainland in York from Sohier Park or Long Sands Beach. There are also companies that offer boat tours to get a closer look.