Delaware Breakwater East End and Harbor of Refuge Lighthouses

Location:

Cape Henlopen State Park, 15099 Cape Henlopen Dr, Lewes, DE 19958

Overview:

The first, at 56’, was completed in 1885. The second was completed in 1926 after earlier structures failed. It was built on the ocean end of the outer Delaware Breakwater at the mouth of the Delaware Bay, just off Cape Henlopen. The 62’ structure was built to function with the East End Light in order to mark the National Harbor of Refuge.

Intrinsic Qualities:

Scenic

Additional Notes:

ADA Accessible: N/A
Pet Friendly: N/A

Contact Information:

https://visitsoutherndelaware.com/recreation-lighthouse-trail-de

302-645-8983

Additional Links:

Town Info: https://visitsoutherndelaware.com/area-info/lewes

Chamber of Commerce/Visitor Center: https://leweschamber.com/

Photo Credit: VisitSouthernDelaware.com