The Buffalo Main Lighthouse is an architecturally stunning tower that sits at the entrance to the Erie Canal, and was built in 1833. The original lighthouse was deemed inadequate for the increased ship traffic entering and exiting the Buffalo River. The 66 foot tower was only active until 1914, when another breakwater light took over. That breakwater light was rammed several times by ships, and nearly destroyed by a major blow in 1958. The Buffalo Main Light was restored in the 1980’s and outfitted with a replacement lens.
Buffalo Main Lighthouse Replica
Our replica of this light is 21′ tall and located at the Southwest entrance to the Bridgewater Channel.
The light is operational and was dedicated on October 26, 2003.
Sponsored by: Coldwell Banker the Judd Group
Building Craftsmen Lighthouse Club Members
GPS: 34º 27′ 56.34″ N – 114º 20′ 50.78″ W
Beacon: Green – Flash: 20 times per minute.
Location: Bridgewater Channel