Presque Isle
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Presque Isle Quick Facts
Year Station Established: 1872
Is the Light operational? Yes
Year Light First Lit: 1873
Year Automated: 1962
Shape: Square
Tower Height: 68 ft.
Original Optic: 4th Order, Fresnel
Present Optic: 300mm
Existing Keepers Quarters? Yes
Year Constructed: 1872
Number of Stories: 1.5
Architectural Style: Gable
Construction Materials: Brick
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Presque Isle Lighthouse
Erie, PA.
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| Last Visited: August, 2002 History:
The Presque Isle Lighthouse was built in 1872 and first lit on July 12,
1873. The 57-foot tower has a redbrick dwelling at the base and is
currently used as a park residence. It flashes a white light that is still
maintained by the U.S. Coast Guard. An educational exhibit is located
adjacent to the property.
(source
Pennsylvania State Parks)
Hours:
The lighthouse is located within Presque Isle State Park. The park is open
daily.
Latitude/Longitude: 42°10'N 80°07'W
Directions:
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here for overview map -
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- From I-90 at the PA/Ohio border, take I-90 east to exit 18 (old exit 5),
SR832.
- At the end of the ramp take a left onto SR832, Sterretania Rd.
- Take SR832 for 5.9 miles until you get to the intersection with Route 20.
- At the lights, go straight across the intersection onto Peninsula Rd.
- Follow the road for about 6 miles or so into Presque Isle State Park. Once
in the park, follow the signs for the lighthouse. Eventually you will be on a
road that parallels the beach. You'll see the lighthouse on the left. Park on
the right side of the road.
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