What Is the Port Clinton Lighthouse?
This is the last remaining timber-frame lighthouse on Lake Erie!
What Makes It Historical?
This light station was built in 1896 in response to a growing fishing and tourism industry in the Port Clinton area! There had been a light station here previously, but other industries hadn’t found its location very useful. With a kerosene lamp amplified by a fifth order Fresnel lens, this lighthouse sent out a red beam for eight miles until 1926 when it was converted to electricity! Decommissioned in the 1920s, the whole lighthouse was moved to this location in 1952!
How Can I #HelpTheHelpers?
- Become a member of the Port Clinton Lighthouse Conservancy!
- Be a responsible visitor! Please respect the signs and pathways, and treat all structures and artifacts with respect. They’ve endured a lot to survive into the present. They’ll need our help to make it into the future!
How Do I Get There?
Parking for the lighthouse is north of the intersection of OH-163 and Washington Street
Port Clinton, OH 43452
(Take Me There!)
When Should I Visit?
Check out the exterior whenever you like, but tours are only offered a few times a year. Check their website for more info!