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Cape Neddick Lighthouse

  • January 23, 2007
  • Rated 5 of 5 by butterfly53 from Winsted , Connecticut
Cape Neddick Lighthouse

First of all, let’s get things straight. The locals call this the Nubble and that’s what I call it, too. It has been photographed more than any other lighthouse in the world!
If you like lighthouses, this is a good one to come and view. But it is Thanksgiving weekend when it comes alive! On the Saturday after Thanksgiving there is a lighting ceremony to put Christmas lights on the Nubble and it is a truly fun time for the whole family.
There are shuttle buses from Short Sands beach. This trip will put you in a festive spirit. On our bus everyone joined in singing carols. Dress warm as you are out in the elements on a hill by the ocean.
The ceremony starts with singing by local kids, girl scouts and the York High School Choir. There are local celebrities that also join in the singing.
Santa comes for a visit on a fire truck and throws candy to any kid willing to catch it. There is free hot chocolate and cookies for everyone. Then the piece de resistance. Everyone waits expectantly in the dark and all of a sudden the whole lighthouse is awash in lights. Simply beautiful!

From journal Thanksgiving Weekend in Maine

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Cape Neddick (Nubble) Lighthouse

  • October 21, 2003
  • Rated 4 of 5 by nh_haacks from Portsmouth, New Hampshire
Cape Neddick (Nubble) Lighthouse

It's little wonder that the Cape Neddick Lighthouse (or Nubble, as the locals call it) is one of the most photographed lighthouses in the country. Perched atop a craggy island in a rocky cove just outside of York Beach, Nubble is as romantic and isolated as it is picturesque.

Beautiful any time of the year, whether blanketed in snow and twinkling with white Christmas lights, or sparkling a pristine white against deep blue summer skies, the lighthouse and its 1800s lightkeeper's quarters are a popular stop for tourists and area residents. Don't be surprised to see a few divers in wetsuits venturing out into the cove to treasure hunt (no matter the season). The Nubble is a working lighthouse; its pivoting red beacon and haunting foghorn hearken back to a simpler time. Make sure to bring your camera to capture this charming historic site.

There is no admission charge to visit Nubble, which is good news -- you'll want to save your money for an ice-cream cone (or a lobster!) at nearby Fox's Restaurant.

Enjoy your visit to this coastal gem!

From journal Autumn Weekend at Nubble Light

Nubble Light

  • May 4, 2002
  • Rated 4 of 5 by conzo from Gardner, Massachusetts
You have to experience the waves crashing into the rocks at nubble. You can climb all over the rocks, and view from there the spectacular lighthouse that is situated on an island, reachable only by cable car for the lightkeeper. If you love the ocean as I do, you will definitely feel very alive there. Head over to Brown's afterward for ice cream and your day is complete.

From journal York - you can get there from here!

Nubble Light

  • January 21, 2001
  • Rated 3 of 5 by AnnaBissell from Seabrook, New Hampshire
Nubble Light is the most photographed lighthouse in America. Once you see it you will definitely recognize it. It is a sure reminder of days gone by, perched on a small island, just a stone's throw from the shore. Unfortunately, you cannot tour the lighthouse.

From journal Beautiful York

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