Fenwick Island Lighthouse

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Hours 9:00 am - 12:00 am

Sunday 9:00 am - 12:00 am
Saturday 9:00 am - 12:00 am
Friday 9:00 am - 12:00 am

103 146th St, Ocean City, MD 21842

(443) 880-3973

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The Fenwick Island Lighthouse was constructed in 1858. The light originally burned whale oil, but has since been switched to be powered by electricity. At the time the Lighthouse was built, the area was extremely isolated, and keepers had to travel by boat to the mainland of Delaware.

While this lighthouse is not open to climb, there is a small museum and gift shop that is open periodically. While visiting the lighthouse you can also view the Transpeninsular Stone which marks the Delaware/Maryland line.

Admission is free, however, donations are always welcome.

Recent Reviews

Kevin Spiecker : 3 on 10/8/2025 1:08 am

Lighthouse is in the middle of a neighborhood and not on the water. Limited visiting hours. I did not go onto the property or enter the lighthouse or museum.

Leslie Dutt : 4 on 9/11/2025 9:17 pm

A organization operates the lighthouse. No price or registration to enter. If they are open it free to enter. The guides are well versed on the history of the lighthouse and attached keepers house.

C : 5 on 7/1/2024 1:18 am

The lighthouse is absolutely beautiful. It was closed for renovations, so we were unable to go in. However, we met 2 wonderful volunteers who invited us into light keepers' house, which was absolutely amazing in itself. It's definitely worth a visit if you're in the area. I'm so glad we did!