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Highland Light

Off S. Highland Rd., Truro, MA 02666
508 487 1121
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Ranked #1 of 10 attractions in Truro
Type: Lighthouses
Description: This lighthouse was the first light sailors glimpsed when reaching this side of the Atlantic Ocean.
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Porter Corners
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15 reviews 15 reviews
6 attraction reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 April 2013

Stop here every time I am on the Cape the view is great and Relaxing to just sit at look out. Love this lighthouse awesome

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Knoxville, Tennessee, United States
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Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 March 2013

Even though we visited off-season, the staff/volunteers were extremely accommodating and helpful. The view from up in the light was gorgeous, and the small shop held many interesting items. The cranberry soap was especially fragrant! Don't forget to pet the adorable canine light keepers. Our tour up into the light was led by Dan, who was very informative, telling many... More

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Gettysburg, Pennsylvania
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31 reviews 31 reviews
12 attraction reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 February 2013

a wonderful New England Light perfect for pictures and picnics. Spectacular water views. Easy access and parkling.

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Falls Church, Virginia
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101 reviews 101 reviews
69 attraction reviews
Reviews in 42 cities Reviews in 42 cities
32 helpful votes 32 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 October 2012

The Highland Light is located right in the middle of a golf course! Park near the Golf Pro shop (which also has snacks) and walk down a path past greens to the lighthouse itself. 30 minute tours to the top run $4. Walk to the viewing areas near the edge of the cliffs to see the endless Atlantic and tall... More

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Longmeadow, Massachusetts
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33 reviews 33 reviews
6 attraction reviews
Reviews in 12 cities Reviews in 12 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 October 2012

It was very cold and windy when I went here, but it was still beautiful to look at. I also walked around there.

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New York City, New York
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35 attraction reviews
Reviews in 48 cities Reviews in 48 cities
22 helpful votes 22 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 September 2012

Great to tick off another lighthouse on your list of things to see, but is a bit weathered and no beach access.

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Brooklyn
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4 reviews 4 reviews
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1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 September 2012

Very breathtaking, must go there. Highland Lighthouse is at the peak, and you can see the town from there.

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Lima Peru
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38 helpful votes 38 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 August 2012

We went up the 69 stairs inside the lighthouse to the top to the Lantern room. The view was wonderful from up there, and the going up not really too difficult. The keeper told us all about the Fresnel lense and the lights that are used now. If you like lighthouses I would absolutely recomend this lighthouse. Its history is... More

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Boulder, CO
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27 reviews 27 reviews
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Reviews in 14 cities Reviews in 14 cities
27 helpful votes 27 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 August 2012

Our family really enjoyed visiting this lighthouse. Staying in South Yarmouth, we wanted to visit Provincetown, and the Highland / Cape Cod Lighthouse was right on the way. The view from the top of the lighthouse was cool, and the docent who was on hand was informative. Be aware of a few things: 1) Small children are not allowed; 2)... More

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Eastham, Massachusetts
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76 reviews 76 reviews
23 attraction reviews
Reviews in 32 cities Reviews in 32 cities
30 helpful votes 30 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 August 2012

You can climb to the top of the lighthouse if you are over 51 inches tall. My grandkids loved it and there is a scenic overlook from which we saw spouting whales offshore. This is an historic spot but also a lot of fun for kids.

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