Bug Light, USA
Donovan Callaghan
Donovan Callaghan www.photosforgood.com.au
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Bug Light, USA
Anne Harden
Anne Harden
Bug Light, USA
Donovan Callaghan
Donovan Callaghan www.photosforgood.com.au
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Bug Light, USA
Brad Barth
Brad Barth
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USA Bug Light

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The Portland Breakwater Light is a small lighthouse in South Portland, Maine. Greek Revival architecture. The Bug was originally built as a wooden structure in 1855 & replaced with this cast iron plated version we see today. It was decommissioned in 1943 and restored in 1989 & reactivated in 2002.

Photography Tips

There are a few different comps that you can make of the lighthouse so move around to find the best angle.

Travel Information

Free parking available. The Lighthouse is about 17 minutes drive from Portland downtown.
Spot Type Outdoor
Crowd Factor Just a few people
Best Timing All timings are equally good
Sunrise & Sunset 05:01 - 20:28 | current local time: 21:07
Photo Themes Harbour Lighthouse Seascape
Locations Portland (Maine) Portland Breakwater Light

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