Burlington Main Light - Coastal Lighthouses on Waymarking.com

In 1823, the Burlington Bay Canal was proposed as one of a series of waterways which would open Lake Erie to sea traffic from the Atlantic. Local residents supported this proposal as a way of making Burlington Bay into a usable harbor by linking it to nearby Lake Ontario.

Work began in 1826, but was not completed until 1832. A wooden lighthouse was constructed on the canal in 1837 to guide ships to and from the harbor. This lighthouse burned to the ground in 1856, ignited by sparks from a passing steamer.

A new stone tower (Burlington Main Light) was completed in 1858. The new 55-foot tower and brick keeper's residence served until 1961, when the light was deactivated.

Directions: From the Queen Elizabeth Way (QEW) in Hamilton, take exit 93 north onto Eastport Drive. You should clearly see the Burlington Canal Lift Bridge and the QEW overpass bridge as you exit. Just before crossing the lift bridge, turn left toward a boat launch area under the QEW overpass. When you reach the gate to the launch area, turn right rather than enter. This road will take you to a small parking area adjacent to the Burlington Main Light.

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