This is a short stop in Cambridge, MD. It takes roughly 30 minutes to an hour to explore. It's a visually pleasing replica of a screw pile lighthouse. It's very clean inside & well maintained. It also has AC inside surprisingly. They do sell several items related to the history of the lighthouse which goes towards maintenance. There are placards & pictures explaining the history as well as information on the Fresnel lens found inside lighthouses. While admission is free, they do welcome & appreciate donations. There is a parking lot available. read more

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Great little piece of history and nostalgia back when lighthouses were very much a critical part of navigation into and out of harbors. Definitely, something to consider on a trip up to the Eastern Shore and the vicinity! read more

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Oh boy- Never heard of this place before . This place is Amazing and very peaceful. If you want to chill & relax then this is a place. The lighthouse is close due of COVID19 so we weren't able to go in. But the place though was really beautiful and very instagram-ble. You know what I mean. So, Yeah! make sure you visit this place next time you go to Cambridge Chesapeake MD. read more

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I didn't go inside the lighthouse (and I suspect it isn't open at all during the coronavirus pandemic), but I did stop to eat there on a drive up the Eastern Shore. The views are peaceful, and there is parking and benches facing towards the water. Given that many people will be driving over the nearby bridge on their way to various higher-profile destinations, I think this area a worthwhile rest stop to get some river views. read more

Choptank River Lighthouse - Landmarks & Historical Buildings Near Me - Cambridge, Maryland

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Bottom Line: Quintessential Chesapeake Bay history lives in this wheelchair accessible, replica of the original Choptank River Lighthouse. "Crabcakes and football and screwpile lighthouses -- that's what Maryland does!" Ok, that isn't exactly the quote from the famous Wedding Crashers movie filmed on the Eastern Shore, but screwpile lighthouses are almost as quintessential Maryland as blue crabs. This particular lighthouse not only tells the story about the role of the structure and its keeper, it also takes the opportunity to tell the story of a very famous, courageous lady from Cambridge - Harriett Tubman. The Choptank River Lighthouse differs from other screwpile lighthouses I've visited (Hooper Straight Lighthouse now at Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum and Drum Point Lighthouse now at Calvert Marine Museum) in that it is a replica. While at first I found that a little disappointing, I like that it serves a practical purpose (dockmaster's office for the marina) and that the main level is wheelchair accessible since there is a small elevator. The main cottage level of the lighthouse has a few artifacts and some displays that talk about the lighthouse. Upstairs there are a few displays that tell the story of Harriett Tubman and the Underground Railroad. Unfortunately, there are not any furnishings in the lighthouse so its not that easy to understand the hard work and loneliness that characterized life on this lighthouse when it was in the middle of the river. Nevertheless, this lighthouse is worth a visit. read more

Choptank River Lighthouse - Landmarks & Historical Buildings Near Me - Cambridge, Maryland

The lighthouse is a replica, but it's still great to visit, easily accessible with ample parking very close by. It has seasonal hours so check before you visit. "Choptank River Lighthouse is open daily for free, self-guided tours, from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., May through October. During the off-season, call (410) 330-8016 to make an appointment for seeing the interior of the lighthouse. For the latest news on the lighthouse, check out its facebook page. The lighthouse is owned by the City of Cambridge. Grounds/tower open." read more

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Nice to visit the marina and lighthouse. Clean and nice atmosphere. A place to visit in Cambridge near restaurants

Beautiful location! Tons of parking options and a great place to walk your dog or just take a stroll. We will have to return in May for a guided tour when the lighthouse becomes available again for tours. Don't miss this great photo opportunity! Not too far from the visitor's center. read more

Parked in lot and explored unattended light house. Very well maintained! We enjoyed reading the story boards and learning about the history of the lighthouse and Harriet Tubman and the Underground Railroad. We walked the docks and enjoyed seeing the boats. Just a note for parents of small, active children - dock is open on all sides to jellyfish-filled waters. Be sure to use caution. read more

We sort of stumbled upon this lighthouse museum, and we were pleasantly surprised about how cute it was. The replica of the old light house is beautifuly maintained and full or historical accounts of the old lighthouse as well as the river's role in the Underground Railroad. There was a woman that was working as the caretaker of the museum that was very sweet and nice to talk to about the river's history. We are really glad we walked out to the end of the dock and checked out this beautiful lighthouse museum. read more