Dice Head Lighthouse (Dyce Head)
Castine, Maine
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Location: East side of the mouth of the Penobscot River.
Coordinates: 44.38 N 68.82 W View Dice Head Lighthouse in a larger map |
Owned by Town of Castine.
Accessibility: There is limited parking near the lighthouse and the grounds are open during the day. From Route 1 in Orland, take Route 175 South. In about eight miles, Route 175 goes to the left. Continue straight onto Route 166. In approximately one mile, bear right onto Route 166A. At the next junction with Route 166, take Route 166 and continue into Castine. Take a right (at a golf course) onto Battle Avenue. Follow Battle Avenue past the Maine Maritime Academy for about a mile to the lighthouse, on your right. The lighthouse is not open to the public. Visitors should respect the privacy of the residents of the house. Station established: 1828
Present lighthouse built: 1828 Discontinued: 1937 Relighted: 2008 Construction material: Stone with brick lining Height: 51 feet
Characteristic: White flash every 6 seconds.
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