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    Burnt Island Lighthouse

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    90 Reviews
    #4 of 21 things to do in Boothbay Harbor
    Lighthouses, Sights & Landmarks
    Entrance to Boothbay Harbor, Boothbay Harbor, ME
    +1 207-633-9559
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    “Quaint hidden gem of a lighthouse”

    We kayaked to Burnt Island from Boothbay Harbor. We rented our kayaks from Tidal Transit Kayak... read more

    Reviewed 6 days ago
    Dawn B
    “Wonderful Day”

    This is a great place to take you children & grandchildren. It's a lovely little boat ride... read more

    Reviewed 4 weeks ago
    Pam R
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    Reviewed 6 days ago
    Quaint hidden gem of a lighthouse

    We kayaked to Burnt Island from Boothbay Harbor. We rented our kayaks from Tidal Transit Kayak Company. Paddling from island to island was a bit of a challenge while dealing with boat chop and a slight breeze. The beach we landed on was sandy with...More

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    Reviewed 4 weeks ago
    Wonderful Day

    This is a great place to take you children & grandchildren. It's a lovely little boat ride. Everyone will learn so much about what is like to be a lighthouse keeper and their family.

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    Reviewed November 10, 2017
    Great Day-Trip While in Boothbay, Maine

    My family had a wonderful time visiting Burnt Island and their Lighthouse! The tour was very informative and interesting. Weather was perfect as well!

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    Reviewed October 23, 2017
    Lighthouse

    While staying at the Spruce Point Inn, they offered a complimentary boat ride to Burnt Island and gave us a tour of the inside of the lighthouse....very informative and fun!

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    Reviewed October 1, 2017
    pleasnt

    we are appassionate to lighthouses and also this one has satisfied our wishes . Following lighthouses trip by boat or by land you can appreciate more of this nice region

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    Reviewed September 29, 2017
    See from our boat trip

    Beautiful day for a cruise. We saw all 7 lighthouses. It was hard to hear the commentator at times but it was great and the scenery was beautiful.

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    Reviewed September 28, 2017
    Take the lighthouse tour by boat.

    Our captain was very informative and he had the voice that kept you interested on the next sight. Very relaxing. It was worth the money.

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    Reviewed September 6, 2017
    interesting and informative

    Nice boat trip out, and then the island we were on was lovely and peaceful. The enactment of the lighthouse keepers family was great. Would go again

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    Reviewed September 6, 2017
    Beautiful Location

    Very scenic and picturesque. Exactly what you think Maine looks like .... with the shoreline, pine trees and lighthouse

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    Reviewed September 4, 2017
    beautiful

    we took a private boat from Spruce Point Inn and visited Burnt Island and the lighthouse. The island is beautiful and the history of the light house is interesting, especially for kids. A great excursion if you are staying in Boothbay!

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    Maria D
    June 19, 2018|
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    Response from Dawn B | Reviewed this property |
    We paddled kayaks to the island so I don’t know where you would buy tickets for a boat ride or any other way to get there. Sorry.
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    deborah931
    August 29, 2016|
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    Response from 702Towne | Reviewed this property |
    They only do the tour on certain days. Call balmy day cruises and they can answer that for you.
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    Beth B
    September 12, 2015|
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    Response from Alan S | Reviewed this property |
    There is a ferry from the docks in Boothbay Harbor. It is about a 15 minute trip and there is a regular schedule. I'm not certain of the schedule, but the boats do run into mid-October.
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