The Tinicum Lighthouse in New Jersey

How many of you are big fans of lighthouses? I love them! Every time we travel I do a web search to see if any lighthouses are nearby. The majority of lighthouses are found along the coast, but there are indeed some lighthouses that are located inland along rivers, large lakes and throughout the back bays.

The Tinicum Lighthouse is located along the banks of the Delaware River in New Jersey. It stands 85 feet tall and is made out of steel. If you want to reach the top you’ll need to climb 112 steps which lead to the lantern room.

If you enjoy touring lighthouses you’ll find this one open for public tours April through September. I recommend checking out their website for their official operating schedule. Admission is free, but a donation is appreciated. Throughout the year they hold various activities and you’ll find a list of those on the website too.

I’ve been documenting all of the lighthouses that we’ve seen and toured over the past 30 years and this one is the 34th one that I’ve seen. Each one is really unique and I love learning about the history of the lighthouse and the keepers who took care of it over the years.