Have You Visited Portland Head Light in Maine?

As a transplant here in the great state of Maine I have immersed myself into everything Maine has to offer. Maine-ly, because I never thought in my lifetime that I would ever have the opportunity to live in New England, let alone visit. A great job opportunity afforded me the ability to experience things that one could only enjoy in the northeast corner of the United States.

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Since being here, and while I have been out exploring and sharing my experiences, I have discovered something with locals that I have certainly been guilty of as well from living in areas of the country for an extended period of time - not exploring what is right around the corner. I have met several wonderful people in central Maine that haven't made the short trip to see unique things only to this state, such as the Portland Head Light. 

I am by no means being judgmental. Life is busy and we quickly get caught up in the day-to-day responsibilities. We don't make time to enjoy the things around us and the simple things in life. For example, I lived in Southern California for 14 years, and it wasn't until year 13 that I took the short trip to visit Yosemite National Park and the Grand Canyon - arguably two of the most beautiful places in the world.

My objective for this article is purely to inspire anyone to make this two-hour or one-hour (depending on where you are in Maine) road trip to visit one of America's most beautiful lighthouses.

Portland Head Light in Maine is Filled with History

Portland Head Light in southern Maine is the oldest lighthouse in America. Some may argue that but let me state my case. This lighthouse is the first to be built after America declared its independence from England - technically making it the oldest lighthouse in America.

Portland Head Light, one of only four lighthouses still standing from George Washington’s presidency, marks Portland Harbor on Casco Bay. The 1790-built tower is situated near Portland Head in Cape Elizabeth. It offers beautiful views — soaring over Casco Bay’s signature rocky shoreline, which juts out dramatically into the water below. - mainelighthousemuseum.com

Read more about the history of Portland Head Light here and check out photos from my visit below. If you have visited, click here to share your photos!