Map guide

Preserved towers along the northern coast

Explore preserved lighthouses by coastline location and historical context to quickly find the towers most relevant to your visit or research.

This page is designed for orientation and reference. The tower list continues just below.

Preserved tower reference

Northern coast preserved towers

A quick reference for comparing place, condition, and period character before exploring each point in detail on the map.

  • Lantern-first era · 1850s

    Cape Alder Light

    North Head bluff, above Alder Inlet

    Granite base and iron gallery preserved; known for strong winter fog signals recorded in harbor logs.

  • Keeper-family period · 1870s

    Brinewatch Tower

    Brinewatch Point, eastern harbor mouth

    Timber keeper cottage survives beside the tower, with restored exterior paint matching municipal records.

  • Harbor expansion phase · 1890s

    Grey Shoal Beacon

    Grey Shoal narrows, west shipping lane

    Compact cast-iron tower retained in near-original form; foundation works stabilized after storm erosion.

  • Interwar modernization · 1920s

    Low Tide Lantern

    Low Tide Reach, south of Cedar Quay

    Lens housing upgraded in the interwar years; stone apron remains visible at low water levels.

  • Postwar stewardship · 1950s

    Windward Steps Light

    Windward Steps cliff path, north bay

    Maintained by volunteer trust since decommissioning; masonry stair approach remains intact and walkable.

  • Conservation listing · 1970s

    Northbar Sentinel

    Northbar dunes, outer coast marker line

    Protected as a coastal heritage structure; surrounding dune boardwalk protects both access and habitat.

Visit & research notes

Practical questions before you use the map

These brief notes explain how preserved towers and archive records are presented across the site.

What does “preserved” mean on this site?

“Preserved” indicates the tower or key structure remains physically identifiable today, even if it no longer operates as an active light.

Are all preserved towers open to visitors?

No. Some locations are publicly accessible, while others are view-only, seasonally restricted, or on protected land.

How are lighthouse locations represented on the map?

Markers show approximate tower positions for orientation and historical context rather than turn-by-turn navigation accuracy.

What is included in the archival material?

The archive focuses on northern coast towers, period photographs, keeper references, and notes that can be traced to reliable local or institutional sources.

What should I expect from the Map page?

You will find preserved-site markers, concise historical context, and clear links into related archive and story entries for deeper reading.

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