VISITOR INFORMATION
Hours & Rules
Daily Access Hours:
Our normal property hours are 8 am – sunset throughout the year. The Lighthouse Property can be accessed by foot via a private road.
- Parking is available in the village of Watch Hill, a short walk from Larkin Road which provides access to the Lighthouse property.
- Vehicles are permitted only for the handicapped and are limited to 2 hour parking.
- The Tower and the Keeper’s Residence are closed to the public.
Museum Hours:
Tuesday – Friday 12-4pm
Thursday Extended hours 4-8pm
When visiting the Lighthouse, please be advised that the gates to the property will close at sunset and open at 8am.
Visitors are welcome to walk down Lighthouse Road to visit the grounds. Lighthouse Road is a private road and access to the lighthouse is granted by the homeowners who live on the Road. Please be quiet and respectful while walking past their homes.
Rules:
NO ALCOHOL
NO GRILLING
NO FIREWORKS
KEEP OFF ROCKS
The use of fires and grills, consumption of alcoholic beverages, athletic endeavors such as ball or Frisbee playing, use of fireworks and the launching of watercraft are strictly prohibited. Visiting dogs must be leashed. Sanitary facilities are not available.
The property is regularly patrolled by the Westerly Police Department and private security. The property is monitored by multiple security cameras.
The lighthouse property and surrounding area are rocky and dangerous. Visitors are cautioned that they proceed at their own risk.