Braddock Point Lighthouse stands just west of Braddock Bay on Lake Ontario. It was built to guide ships traveling to and from Rochester, NY and the Welland Canal in Ontario. When completed in 1896 the ornate 110-foot tower above a Victorian residence had one of the brightest lights on Lake Ontario. The structure was a copy of the Cleveland Light, which was torn down in 1895. The lens, lantern, and metal work were taken from that light. The lighthouse was removed from service in 1954. At that time the Coast Guard tore down the top two-thirds of the weather-beaten tower, due to structural damage.The site has been in private ownership since 1957. The tower was rebuilt to 55 feet in 1995 and on February 28, 1999, the lighthouse was relit by the Coast Guard. As of 2006 Braddock Point Lighthouse was on the the market for 1.9 million dollars, so if you've got the money, here's an excellent chance to own your own historic lighthouse.
Directions: From the Lake Ontario State Parkway west of Rochester, turn north on Lighthouse Road and then right on Clearview Avenue. The lighthouse will be on your left. The lighthouse is a private residence and due to the large trees blocking the view from the street, the lighthouse is best viewed from the water.
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