History/Info:
New London Ledge lighthouse is unique because the house itself is a three story with the look of a small mansion. The lighthouse sits in the entrance to New London Harbor.

Some say the lighthouse is haunted. As the story goes in the 1930's the lighthouse keeper's wife ran off with the captain of one of the Block Island ferries. Supposedly the lightkeeper was so distraught over this that he jumped to his death onto the rocks around the lighthouse. Later on keepers at the light claim to have heard footsteps, the lantern door opening, and other strange noises. There has been no factual claim to this story despite what the keepers say.

The light can been seen from many vantage points on Ocean Beach on the south side of New London. Also, the ferries going to Block Island offer a great view of the lighthouse.

Latitude/Longitude: 41°18'N 72°05'W

Directions to Ocean Beach: click here for map

• Take Route 1 south out of New London and take a left onto Route 213 south.
• Follow 213 south for about 2 miles. At that point 213 will go to the right. Continue straight onto Ocean Road.
• Stay on Ocean Road to the end. In front of you should be Ocean Beach. You can park along the side of the road.