taken from the visitmaine website: "Built in 1858, this is one of the most picturesque and frequently photographed Maine lights. It sits atop a rugged, pink rock cliff surrounded by dark evergreens. Located on the southern end of Mt. Desert Island, it's a cylindrical tower attached to the keeper's house by a short, enclosed passageway. Grounds are open year round." There are so trails and rocks for dogs to climb down on and a few bluffs for great photos. Make sure you are wearing sneakers and not sandals as the rocks are a bit slippery with the dust and dirt on them, and those close to the water are slippery as well... PS a Coast Guard family lives in the keeper's house and asks that their privacy be respected. The light is visible from the end of Lighthouse Road in Bass Harbor or by cruise or plane.. There are 2 rest rooms located in the parking lot BUT there are no sinks in either. Please make sure to bring your own fresh water for you and your dog.
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