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Cape Henry Light House

Destinations· Fall Trips· Historic Sites· Modern Landmarks· Museums, Monuments & Landmarks· Seasonal Trips· Spring Trips· Summer Trips· Trip Ideas· Virginia

16 Feb

Cape Henry Lighthouse is located within Fort Story military base in the City of Virginia Beach. The lighthouse silently guards the entry way into the Chesapeake Bay. The Old Cape Henry Lighthouse was the first lighthouse authorized by the U.S. government, dating from 1792. It is 26 feet in diameter at its base, and 16 feet at its top. The Old Lighthouse stands near Cape Henry Memorial and  First Landing Cross – the spot where Captain Newport raised a cross in 1607, to offer thanks for their safe crossing of the Atlantic. The Old lighthouse is a National Historic Landmark. Within view of the old Cape Henry Lighthouse is its 1881 replacement. The new Cape Henry Lighthouse is equipped with electrical and mechanical systems which still guides sea traffic safely into the harbor.

The Lighthouse is opened to the public on a seasonal schedule. To visit the lighthouse, you must pass through the security gates of Fort Story, and you need to have Photos Ids. You can enjoy beautiful views from the Observation Platform atop the old Lighthouse. The beach near the Lighthouse is wonderful and you can take a stroll and relax without worrying about the bustling crowds.

Here are some photos of Cape Henry Lighthouse from our Virginia Trip.

Fort Story, Virginia
Fort Story, Virginia
Old Cape Henry Lighthouse
Old Cape Henry Lighthouse

Entrance to Old Cape Henry Lighthouse
Entrance to Old Cape Henry Lighthouse
Base of Old Cape Henry Lighthouse
Base of Old Cape Henry Lighthouse
Lighthouse guarding Chesapeake Bay
Lighthouse guarding Chesapeake Bay

Stairs inside Old Cape Henry Lighthouse
Stairs inside Old Cape Henry Lighthouse
Views from top of Cape Henry Lighthouse
Views from top of Cape Henry Lighthouse

National Historic Landmark
National Historic Landmark
New Cape Henry Lighthouse
New Cape Henry Lighthouse
Fort Story Lighthouse
Fort Story Lighthouse

The Top of Cape Henry Lighthouse
The Top of Cape Henry Lighthouse
Cape Henry Gift house
Cape Henry Gift house
Fort Story Naval Base, Virginia
Fort Story Naval Base, Virginia

Cape Henry Lighthouse, Virginia Beach
Cape Henry Lighthouse, Virginia Beach

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