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Point Abino Road South
Ridgeway, ON
L0S 1N0
The Point Abino Lighthouse is located on the rocky north shore of Lake Erie, in Fort Erie. It was constructed in 1918 by the Department of Marine and Fisheries, in response to increased traffic at the east end of Lake Erie. It is located between the high and low water marks on the rocky shoreline of Point Abino.
Since being decommissioned in 1995, the Point Abino Lighthouse has been designated as a 'Classified' Heritage Building by the Federal Heritage Buildings Review Office, as a National Historic Site, and as a Classified Federal Building. The concrete Lighthouse is recognized for its unusual shape, classical detailing, and efficiency of structural design. The Lighthouse consists of three structures: the deck, tower and fog alarm building.
The Town of Fort Erie acquired the Point Abino Lighthouse from Public Works Canada on April 30, 2003, for the purpose of sharing this Canadian treasure with the world. Preservation efforts will be ongoing over the next several years, to repair both architectural and historical elements of this structure.
Guided tours are available to the public throughout the summer. The tour includes a trolley ride to the Lighthouse and guided tour of the Lighthouse and grounds. The trolley departs from the Bertie Boat Club located at the end of Southern end of Point Abino Rd. For directions click here!
For More information about the Point Abino Lighthouse Click Here!
2010 Light House Tours
Adults - $6, Youth (12-16yrs) - $3, Under 12 - Free
June 12th & 26th
July 10th & 24th
August 14th & 28th
September 11th & 25th
4 Tours are available each tour date listed above:
10:00 am, 11:15 am, 12:30 pm, 1:45pm
Call Facilities Management at:
(905) 871-1600 ext 2431
TODAY to book your tour!
**To ensure availability it is advised that you book your tour in advance!**
Summer Site Visits
June 21st - Labour Day
Monday to Friday 3pm to 6pm - Saturday & Sunday 10am - 6pm, with the exception of tour dates.
Site visits only, available to pedestrians, bicycles, and motorized handicap scooters with permission at the gate.
NOTE: Vehicles and pets are prohibited past the gated area
Please note that the Point Abino Lighthouse is a historical structure and may not reflect current public accessibility and safety standards or expectations. As preservation efforts are ongoing, access into the Lighthouse may be restricted at time to ensure public safety.
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Page Created:04/26/2005 Last Updated:07/20/2010
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