Rockland Breakwater Light Reviews

Saw it from the water as we passed by. Great view from the water and looks like we could go inside to visit our next trip.

3/4 of a mile out and then back again on huge granite blocks. The surface of which is not even, smooth and has large gaps. Watch you step or you could fall in a hole and get hurt. It also very wind a you can get blown around as well. That said it is an interesting walk with the lighthouse at the end.

The walk out to the lighthouse across massive granite slabs is something you should not miss! The distance is deceiving, you think you've got to be almost there but turns out there's still quite a distance to go. It is close to a mile each way, you've got to keep an eye where you're going since there are big cracks between the rocks. But go anyway! We had such a fun time walking out to the light, & we're a couple of "seniors" who had no regrets at all!

The breakwater itself is an amazing structure. The surface is flat making it a fairly easy walk. Don't miss the journey focusing on the destination. The lighthouse is nice, but the breakwater allows you to walk out into the middle of the harbor to watch the sunset over Rockland.

If you want an adventure walking on breakers, than this is it. The walk to the Rockland Breakwater Lighthouse is about a mile long. Giant size boulders form the path along the way, but be careful because there are many crevices. Make sure you wear the appropriate shoes for this walk down the breakers, no flip flops. At the final destination, you feel a sense of cam as you sit in the rocks watching the boats go by and looking at the water. Beautiful scenery!

A fun little walk out to the light house - it takes longer than it looks as you have to watch where your feet go due to the granite.

It was also quite windy - hold on to your hats!

You can hike out to the light house - nice view, a fair amount of walking on concrete blocks that go out to the lighthouse. Many families including kids out there doing the walk. Good hting to do on a nice day if you want a little exercise and a great view.

When you eat in a restaurant on the coast and see this wonderful light house, you ask how do I get there? The waitress was great. We began to walk out to this historic lighthouse at the end of the Breaker. We kept discussing how this must be a recent addition to the coast, but NO it had been there since late 1800's. It was so worth the beautiful view. We made it back to land by sunset but so glad we added this to our vacation.

Great walk on breakwater to the Rockland Lighthouse. Wear comfortable shoes as granite blocks can be slippery in early morning. Carry own water and plan restroom stop in advance as none available at the lighthouse. Saw old time lobsterman pulling his pots and he was close enough to breakwater to engage in conversation. His levels of effort makes you really appreciate the fruits of his labor. Definitely worth checking out!

Beautiful day for a 2-mile walk out to sea! The breakwater is very stable and mostly flat, but it is a 'concentrated' walk to the lighthouse. It looks shorter than it is until you look back at the teeny-tiny people!
Great thing to do for an hour, and kids and dogs love it too. Well, maybe the dogs don't love it but they go haha

The morning sun will warm you as you walk along the along the stone break water that leads to the Breakwater Light. The maritime history of this picturesque spot at the entrance to Rockland Harbor will excite the sailor in you. With the Samoset Resort behind you and the open sea in front of you, what better way to spend a delightful morning on the Maine coast. Wear good rubber soled shoes as the path is all huge rocks (it's a break water) which are wet in some places. The lighthouse, dating back to the 1850's, reminds us of the days when technology was much simpler and the wind was our means of transportation. Careful there Matey...it's a two mile round trip.

This lighthouse stood out from the rest because of the 4,300 foot long large granite and rock path over the ocean to get to the lighthouse. Amazing views out there! Just peaceful. Even the birds know you won’t bother them out there. Worth the stop.

We were on our 32nd wedding. anniversary and decided to visit New England. We started in Rockland, Maine and had great experiences. One was waking up at 5:30 am to watch the sun rise. We did this at the Rockland Breakwater Light one morning. It was so incredible and romantic. We had a great time with free parking and not to far to walk. It was so cool that we came back to see the sunset, again, so romantic. Be careful walking on the rocks. You do Not want to be out there in the dark. A wonderful place to add to your list of things you have to see.

We visit Maine several times a year, and almost always walk the breakwater to the Rockland Light. It is an engineering marvel - about 7/8 mile of huge blocks of stone. The perspective on the passing water traffic and the harbor itself is wonderful. A refreshing lack of handrails and fussiness, you'll simply be walking out on the stones to the deeper water in the harbor. I find it meditative even though well-used.

At the turn-of-the-century it took 20 years for schooners to drop enough rocks into the harbor to build it - and now it's their for your strolling pleasure. If you see this lighthouse and rock breakwater that leads to it from a distance, it looks interesting enough... but when you walk it - wow it's impressive (.8 miles each way). You get great views of the bay and town.

If you don't book time out on a boat while in Maine (which you should, by the way) - this is a low impact way of getting a sense of the water. Ample parking off the main road and easy to get to. Do not wear flip flops - wear tennis shoes or something of the sort for the uneven surface.

This was the coolest thing we did while in Maine for a couple of days. (Not sure what that says about us.) The huge granite blocks that make up this 7/8 mile long breakwater are fascinating. It does not look as long as it is...the expanse across the water is deceiving. We felt every bit of the 2 miles by the time we got back to our car. This is not a wheelchair or handicap friendly walk. Some of the gaps in the rocks are over a foot wide and you have to pay attention to your steps. The weather was awesome the day we went but it was windy and I was glad I had lotion with me for my face. My husband is basically bald and wished he had thought to take a hat. The view from the lighthouse balcony is great. Previous reviews gave us the heads up for no restrooms at the end so we made a point of going ahead of time. There are lots of benches between the parking lot and start of the walkway and a few picnic tables. If we ever went back we would make this walk again. It was a nice day.

My wife bought the t-shirt at the owls head lighthouse, so we were obligated to make the trek. It is 7/8 of a mile on uneven granite, and was hard to photograph the actual lighthouse once we got there. We did see a working lobsterboat on the walk out which was a plus to watch them work. I had knee surgery with a total knee replacement that was scheduled before we left for Maine which made it more challenging, but not impossible..

Totally breathtaking walking out to the lighthouse! Its worth the walk but sometimes you just have to watch your step! But once you get out there it's so worth it totally awesome you will not be disappointing!!

After lunch and while waiting to check into our inn we stopped here for the walk. It looks deceiving but it’s a good walk. I did wear flip flops but by the return trip I wished I had my sneakers. The rocks are not always perfectly flat and have some spaces in between so a shoe that doesn’t slide around would be best. Great views and not too strenuous exercise by the sea.

Make sure you dress accordingly and in layers. Great walk out to the lighthouse! Scenic all around for sure!
Keep your eyes on your feet as you could easily trip over a rock.

We walked the almost one mile out and back on a beautiful June day and it was a nice way to get some exercise and enjoy the scenery. Definitely go well ahead of high tide as the water does run right across a section.

I’m sure it’s great on a beautiful day but if you go on a day like today that is super foggy and also wet surface it makes the pretty wide gaps in the slabs a little scarier to walk on so we went out with our dog and we only made it about 20% out then we turned back because it was too dangerous and you really truly have to watch where you’re walking there very big rocks, but they also have some fairly big gaps in between them and easily could miss step really couldn’t see anything off of it today anyway so figured we will give it another shot and post a updated review when it’s a nicer day

It is .9 miles along the jetty to the lighthouse. Downside is once you get there you can no longer see the light. Very pleasant walk down the jetty. Wish they had a railing along the jetty. It would make it easier for disabled people to walk.

Wear good shoes and watch your step. The granite blocks are easy to travel. There are great birds and sometimes seals to see along the way. Mind the incoming tide. You don't want to get stuck out there.

The walk in the breakwater out to the light is amazing! And surprisingly long! It looks like it’s just a short little walk but then you get on it and walk, and walk. But it’s so cool how the granite is laid to make the breakwater walk. The lighthouse wasn’t open on the day we visited but it was still worth the walk.

This is a must walk when in Rockland. It's 7/8 of a mile out the huge granite block 'breakwater' to the lighthouse. In addition to the hike in the salt sea air, there's stuff to see all the way out (depending on the time of year, the tide and just plain luck), you can see porpoises or seals close up, schools of fish churning up the water right next to you, watch lobster boats working, private sailboats cruising by, working schooners in full sail, locals fishing off the break, and of course the lighthouse at the end. A nice reward and a great place to have a picnic lunch and watch boats pass by. Good for couples, families of all ages.

The Breakwater Lighthouse is so special. We always bring guests there to walk, sit on the rocks and watch the boats go in and out of the harbor. Just a tip: The granite path can be a challenge if you are not sure-footed. Also, it can be windy or super sunny. Bring something to bundle in, and sunscreen.

We walked to Rockland Light on a September morning. Such gorgeous weather. No crowds, very leisurely.

I walked out to the lighthouse on the breakwater - almost a mile out! - enjoying the mid-November crisp air. It is a careful walk because the large granite blocks are not tight or even level in some places. The walk out to the end gives you a view of Rockland and the boats coming and going out of that picturesque (including the industrial port) Maine town. I think it took me about an hour, including time spent just enjoying this special place.

Best not to go out after dark or if there is any ice on the blocks.

Fabulous walk. All the more impressive when we found out it was built between 1881 and 1899! The ones who built this did a really nice job. The walk (7/8 mile) was beautified with seals, birds and lobster buoys. Again, nice job!!

Rockland Breakwater Lighthouse was easy to find, had some parking. A pretty area. But the rock walkway is a mile there and then a mile back. My husband and I are seniors and didn't feel we could do it safely. But for the younger folks it would be fun.

If you are interested in touring the many lighthouses in central Maine coast, this is a "must see". We stopped but it was raining and there were 20-25 mile winds with waves crashing onto the breakwater that you have to traverse to get to the lighthouse. Just not an equation for fun!! We were still able to get some good photos thanks to telescopic lenses on our camera (20x zoom). If we are in the neighborhood again, and weather cooperates, we might trek the 1/2 mile out on the breakwater to see the lighthouse up close.

Good, scenic walk, but not good for seniors with mobility or vision/depth perception problems. The breakwater isn't uneven going if you're moderately fit, but for slow or unsteady walkers, it's not a good idea.

We took our journey out to the Lighthouse along the breakwater just before sunset! It was a beautiful sight to see! We even saw a seal! I will say make sure you wear appropriate footwear lol... it is a long walk across huge pieces of granite & take a flashlight or your phone if you go @ night. We made it back just @ dusk! Awesome experience!

This is a nice walk to see the sights from a waterfront perspective. The walkway is about 1 mile long one way to the lighthouse and is made up from very large (granite?),slabs stacked together but with some large gaps and uneven surfaces. Best to only walk, not run and with daylight. Sunsets and moonrise is spectacular. But plan to be almost done before dark.

Spending a month in Owl's Head, ME , exploring the surrounding POI's.
Great, sunny October afternoon chosen to walk the breakwall, however, due to water OVER the granite walkway, near the lighthouse, we did not make the full walk.
The vantage point offered up by walking approx. 7/8 of the walkway was terrific.
Gaps and uneven surfaces prevented a child's stroller from being pushed the distance, but otherwise no problem.

The nearly 1 mile walk on the uneven stones that make up the breakwater is a fun way to get some exercise while experiencing the beautiful Rockland lighthouse.

The Rockland Breakwater Lighthouse is a wonderful experience. It is located just a short drive outside of Rockland. There is a small parking area and park along the water for those not wanting to take the long walk out to the lighthouse. There were no fees. It's just under a mile walk on the rugged granite breakwater to the lighthouse. Once there, take in the fresh sea air, the beautiful views of passing ships/sailboats and the lovely coastline. You can walk around and sit at the lighthouse, but cannot enter the building. There are prettier and more iconic Maine lighthouses, but the walk and views make this lighthouse a special experience. Would definitely recommend.

On our walk out to the lighthouse, we saw 5 dolphin a seal and tons of schooling mackerel. Add in cormorants, sailboats, the view of the outer bay and inner harbor, and a sunset and poof! Just about the most perfect hour we spent on our week in Maine. Easy parking. Picnic tables in the park by the lot.

I was slightly disappointed. I wanted to take a picture of a lighthouse, but this one did not look like I expected. It was at the end of a long, long road made of huge blocks. Not saying it wasn't picturesque, but two seniors weren't able to walk 1/2 mile to get close.

A nice walk. Free access. A great way to work up an appetite.
Yes, you have to carefully watch your step and hold onto small children; however, the novelty of the experience is worth it.
Imagine how tough it was to build 120+ years ago.
The lighthouse itself is open only limited days and times.
No facilities, except free parking and a few picnic tables.

Nice walk at high tide with tide peaking and dropping. Beautiful lighthouse and photo opportunities.

Pretty walk across sea wall rocks to get to light house. It is nearly a mile walk to get there so be prepared. Walk was best part. You cant get inside lighthouse.

It's a fairly long walk, but nice depending upon the weather. Fun to watch the various boats coming and going from the harbor. Once you get there you are treat to a nice view back toward Samoset and out to the deeper water. No facilities at the light itself so be prepared. You may see some interesting things washed up along the breakwater such as buoys and lobster traps. beware walking with smaller children and watch where you step as there are plenty of cracks and holes that wouldn't be kind to you if you stepped in them.

We read all the reviews and they were all correct.
1. Wear pumps, trainers, closed toe shoes
2. Parking is along the side of the road before the beach.
3. No toilets
4. It is a long walk (taking a 2 and 8 year old was fun, but they managed it with no time pressure)
5. The views are lovely, clear water, gentle breeze.
6. Obviously rocky! Uneven ground.

We went when the sea was out, I imagine it would have been more spectacular when the sea was in.

We loved it and glad we went. When you get to the lighthouse there are some steep stairs to some nice white benches, where you can rest before the long walk back.

This was such an amazing walk. I got out to the lighthouse and was the only one out there. It was so peaceful and beautiful. There are benches to sit on up top to enjoy the view. It rained a little so the rocks got kind of slippery on the way back, be very careful. It is a pretty easy walk almost a mile. It is worth every step on those uneven rocks.

When standing on the shore looking out, the building at the end looks tiny and far off. Once you're out there looking back it doesn't look as far. The way the granite slabs and rocks are laid out makes for an uneven walk and you must pay attention to where you're placing your next step. I also saw some sea lions in the water just a few yards away from the breakwater. Enjoyed all of it.

Cooler than inland on a hot summer day, but remember to use sunblock as you are surrounded by water.

You might see a jelly bigger than your head, porpoises, or jumping fish. If timed right, you might also get to wave at a passing schooner or two.

There is a large bench at the lighthouse end and many others that are shaded at the start. These are good for snack breaks, but remember to pack out any trash.

you walk among the rock out to a lighthouse. Some say the walk is almost a mile but you would never know it among the ocean and lobster trap's and boats going in an out. For me and the family it is some what of an adventure. OH yes if you fish it's good fishing off the breakwater.

It’s a really small lighthouse. We were lazy and didn’t want to walk the mile from the shore to the actual lighthouse. I’m sure it was cool being out in the open water. We enjoyed the sand beaches leading up to the rock path.
There is limited parking and no restroom. Overall nothing to write home about.

We were on our journey from Portland airport to Bar Harbor and stopped here to stretch our legs. Such a beautiful and pleasant walk. Great place for pics and to enjoy the view. Wife did the walk in flip flops but really, highly recommend tennis shoes! Great hour break or a worthy destination if you are a lighthouse lover!

Beautiful area. Walkway out to Breakwater pretty easy...just have to watch your step. Very nice area to visit. Enjoyable

Fun to visit, it’s a bit of hike over uneven granite blocks but worth it. We saw a seal and beautiful sunset.

This lighthouse is amazing! You have to walk out on a stone breakwater almost a mile long to reach it, and along the way you get a fabulous view of schooners, fishing boats, sea birds, all with Rockland Harbor as a lovely backdrop.

We have done this walk multiple times. Great exercise and views. If you decide to go keep in mind that this is decent walk with lots of cracks between the rocks. Bring a jacket and pay attention not to twist your ankle.

The Rockland, Maine breakwater is a lovely place for a slow, careful walk out to the lighthouse. There are spaces between the boulders where one could twist an ankle, so do be careful. The views are fabulous!

The walk is worth it . Only a bit less than a mile . The view is spectacular ! An amazing time . Fun in the sun and relaxing at the light too .

Great stop on our trip. Amazing walkway out to the lighthouse. Walk out to the lighthouse at low tide is best.

Not to be missed if you have the time for an hour walk to end and back. It gives you a different perspective of the harbor and area.

Breathtaking to walk out on this nearly mile-long breakwater. You get rewarded with some awesome sailboat sightings and a great view of Penobscot Bay. Bring your camera - no a REAL camera!

Beautiful walk, go on a calm day. For the most part all of the stones are laid pretty darn flat, there are some cracks that could be hazardous so be aware. Not a place to have young children unsupervised.

Best easy hike in Rockland. Weather dependent, best to avoid when breakwater might be covered in içe.

We saw it across the harbor as we stopped for food and had to check it out! Very cool walk, just watch your step and leave plenty of time. Really pretty to walk back as the sun is setting as well.

The walk out to the lighthouse is 7/8 of a mile. From a distance it looks flat, but the granite stones are uneven and there are gaps of up to 18 inches, so be careful. The lighthouse is open on the weekends and the view is fantastic. This is the coolest spot in Rockland in the summer. Pay attention to the tides. Part of the breakwater can be under water at high tide.

This is a pretty 1 mile walk on a granite stone breakwater out into the harbor. There is a lighthouse at the end but this is only open on some weekends. On a nice day the views are beautiful. We enjoyed the view and watching the schooners sail by. It was great on a sunny dry day. I would not walk this in bad weather or after a rain because the granite blocks would be very slippery. This is not handicap friendly.

I almost missed this place but saw a small sign on the road from Rockland to Camden that said lighthouse. I had no idea I would be walking on a breakwater! Yes, it’s about 7/8 of a mile one way, looking down at my feet most of the time, but I thought it was a cool (safe) experience. Other reviews are correct…every time you look up it feels like you still have a long way to go. The lighthouse is not open but I’m glad I made the trek. I was leaving close to sunset and the light hitting the breakwater was beautiful. Definitely a unique lighthouse visit! Just watch your step and take your time. You can find parking close to the water or if it’s full, there is a lot/field that you can also park in and make a short walk along the road to the starting point.

We have been walking this breakwater ever since we started coming to the area in 1998. We have walked it in every month of the year and it is different every time. The distance, just under 2 miles is not too stressful and the terrain is not too uneven. Worth it in any weather.

My husband, adult daughter and I decided to walk out to the lighthouse on a perfect day! Sunny, a bit windy, but low 70’s. Using my Apple Watch, I was able to verify the distance of .90 miles, one way. The round trip from our parking spot to the lighthouse and back was 2.4 miles. You had to be alert while walking to watch for cracks between the huge squares of granite and nite, they are not perfectly flat . It was built in the late 1800’s. What an amazing achievement for that time ! Note that the tide was coming in during our walk , so the water was splashing over the breakwater out by the lighthouse. So once we got out there, we did not lollygag, but started making our way back . Not sure what happens at the peak of high tide. Probably not for elderly that Might not be real steady on their feet. And small children might have difficulty . And I would definitely not bring a dog unless they were really agile . A service dog probably would be fine . But sooooo worth it !

Although the lighthouse is the focal point of this attraction, the 7/8 mile breakwater is especially notable for how FLAT it is -- particularly since it's made of granite rocks pieced together almost like a jigsaw puzzle. Makes for a decent hike. Not flat enough for wheelchairs or strollers, though.

We attempted to walk this early one morning and had to come back later that day due to the high winds causing lots of wave action...very cool to see! It's amazing what went in to making this, as you can see when walking the .9 mile trek to the lighthouse on the granite walkway. We took our dog with us and she did great. It's a must-do. So glad we found it on our road trip up the coast.

It's almost a mile each way. On a sunny day it's a nice walk if you are in the area. Certainly Not a *must do* but if we have time it's a nice walk.

This is a long and treacherous walk. The surfaces are uneven and the gaps between the granite blocks are random. You really need to pay attention every moment and be on your guard. I walk and work out a lot but let my mind wander and ended on my knees. The light house is cute but you can only go up to the second level and sit on one of the three benches there. If you are agile and very adventurous, then give it a try. But remember there are no toilets in the vicinity.

The lighthouse was closed when we walked out there but that's ok. It was good exercise and cool to see how they built this path out there.

Don't waste your time walking out to the lighthouse! The breakwater is in need of upkeep. Lots of cracks to stumble on. The view of harbor is great from the beach. We walked out and back to the lighthouse; only to find it is closed. There was no notice anywhere. The building itself is in need of repair, paint, etc. Would be nice if chamber of commerce or someone would let people know this ahead of time.

It doens't look all that far but believe me, it is. Especially with the wind blowing hard. There are these huge slabs of granite laid out on the breakwater with large cracks between that you need to walk over to get to the light house and it is pretty close to a mile long. You walk out into the ocean, basically, and their is nothing to keep the wind from tearing into you and the water from the waves from getting you. Wear good hiking boots and warm clothes if you aren't there in the summer. There are no bathroom facilities at the end and then you have to walk back again! It's certainly worth doing at least once.

We walked the Breakwater’s 7/8 of a mile
to the lighthouse and really enjoyed the fresh salty air and beautiful surroundings.

There were a lot of people of all ages (from age 1-75?) when we were there but plenty of room for everyone.

We will probably walk it again tomorrow. Today was not windy and actually warm on the water.

It's about 1 mile out and 1 mile back and there are lovely views. I'm not sure footed so i had to constantly watch where I was walking, but it is definitely worth the walk. You can stop and watch the lobstermen pulling in their catch, or watch the many boats going in and out of the harbor, I tried to do this walk everyday that I was in the area.

Well worth the mile walk. If the tide is high and wind is blowing, then you may not make it all the way without getting your feet wet!

The waves were splashing over the breakwater the last 150 feet when we were there.

This is a pretty unique walk. The light itself isn't especially beautiful or interesting, but it's cool to walk across the breakwater to get to it.

7/8 of a mile granite rock pier jetting out into the bay to a light house. Well worth the walk. Wear good walking shoes as the rocks are uneven. Take snacks and enjoy a picnic at the tables closest to the parking lot overlooking the water. There is also a small beach before the breakwater.

An enjoyable hike out to the lighthouse but so worth the views it provided! Take a bottle of water on a hot day!

The path out to the lighthouse is very uneven and makes for slow going, especially on a cold blustery day and there's not a lot to see when you get there. My wife enjoyed it more than I did. I thought it was a bit pointless trekking all the way out to a building that is closed

The granite stone walkway out to the lighthouse was great. We enjoyed our time here and the beautiful walk. I would highly recommend.

We lucked out today as the lighthouse was open for touring today.

Nice steady 7/8th mile walk on the breakway wall. Little tricky for small kids.

Worth the walk.

This is a nice, long stroll, with amazing water, land, mountain views! Not to mention the rolling water slapping the rocks, and the boats & passing sailboats!! Nice place to sit and take it all in, when you reach the light!

This was the first lighthouse and breakwater that I had ever seen up close. I have to say it was pretty cool. It is a long walk out and back and you have to watch out for gaps in the granite that will swallow a child but it was a great experience for someone who has never seen anything like this. Set aside a couple hours to really take your time and enjoy this. The resort we stayed at also overlooked the breakwater and it was really cool to see it "in action" the day it stormed when we were there. I highly recommend you check this out.

It was an enjoyable walk out! Hint don’t do this in sandals ! It was a beautiful day with lobster boats cruising around !

Another beautiful Maine lighthouse, this one on the end of a 0.8mile long breakwater. Lovely walk out to the light along stone breakwater, recommend sturdy shoes as uneven ground. If visit also visit Owls Head Light just around the headland.

I've done this walk many times while visiting Rockland. Best to wear sturdy shoes and stay focused on the step in front of you.

My husband and I took the long walk down the rocks with our 3 year old. We were hoping for great sights and sounds, maybe a seal? It was a long walk to take with a toddler. The rocks are great and fun but also dangerous. It was a good experience but it wasn’t great. So if you have another place in mind and are pressed for time, go to the other place!

This is another wonderful lighthouse to visit. Need to know it is about a .8 mile walk on granite slabs. A stroller won’t work here. Great place to visit but be careful on the walk out and back.

During our visit to Camden we visited this lighthouse. This
can only be reached on an approximately 1.4 km stone wall. Overall, we were
3 km on the way. It was really fun to walk out into the sea like that.
The lighthouse was also very nice to look at. You can't go in, but it had a few benches to sit on to enjoy the view. We had beautiful
sunny weather and were here around noon. Parking spaces are limited.
A very nice place to visit absolutely.

We had a blast walking out on the breakwater to the light. Super fun and a good workout. The light itself is impressive and the view from the end of the brakewater super.

I walked the breakwater when I visited Rockland in October. The waves come right up onto the rocks and there are large spaces between some of the rocks so you have to watch your step a bit. It's a little less than a mile (1.6 km) each way.

We walked out to catch our grandfather's old schooner pass by!! We got very nice pictures of us and the Chimes in the background

Whenever in Rockland we visit the breakwater. The view is awesome and the walk along the rocks out to the lighthouse is great.

This nearly mile long path is kind of an optical illusion because it doesn't LOOK very far but unless you're very agile and surefooted, it will take 20-30 minutes to walk out to the light house which never seems to get any closer until you're right up on it. The walk is tedious, because you have to closely watch EVERY step. Then once you finally get there, you can't go into the keeper's cottage or the light house, you can only inch your way around the perimeter. Because you're so close to it you can't really get a good view of it. There is a platform off the side of the breakwater where you can get a good view or a photo op. But it is pleasant to be out in the harbor watching the sailboats and enjoy the brisk ocean breezes. If the tide is coming in, you can get a refreshing spray of seawater in the face when the waves hit the rocks! On a late Sept day it was pleasant weather, not too chilly.

The breakwater that leads out to the lighthouse is a bit of a challenge, but it's a wonderful walk out. I would recommend comfy shoes that stay on your feet easy as it can be a bit chalenging in places. it may not be the most beautiful light house in Maine, but it's probably one of the most interesting walks to it with a great view inland and out onto the water from it.

A super walk for a work out. Requires concentration and balance. It is nearly a mile in each direction. No bathrooms and the large cut stones of the pathway are irregular with considerable distance between. Not for unattended children, the incapacitated/limited or wheelchair bound. Can be wet and slippery. You must stop along the way and at the end to enjoy the beautiful views.

Even in the cold March wind this was a beautiful walk. It is nearly a mile walk but totally worth it! Wear comfortable shoes and proper clothing as it tends to be windy on the wall. Also be mindful of the tides- there was a 12 foot tidal swing on the day we walked.

If you want to sit and watch the ships and boats come in and out of the harbor or just enjoy nature all around you, then the Breakwater Light is the place. Gives one the ability to walk out to the light or just enjoy the view from the shore. Would recommend being there at sunrise or sunset to really enjoying a breath-taking view from the islands to land rising above the light on the southside.

You have to walk like a mile to reach the light house along the rocks along the sea. It can be a bit heavy in hot weather and on top to that you have to add the walk from where you have parked in the road that can be a bit far from the beach. The light house is beautiful.

This was a beautiful walk. We took lots of pictures. My husband's ring tone is Game of Thrones and when his phone rang on the walk back, it was surreal. It felt like we were in another world.

We walked at sunset and it was a lovely walk. One thing to note - be sure you use the restroom facilities before you begin, a two mile walk out and back can take some time:-)

Always love the trip to Rockland Breakwater Light. Today was even better as it was high tide, choppy water, and waves breaking over the breakwater.

We had a great afternoon walking the 7/8 mili out to the lighthouse over those big, uneven stones & back. It is such a wonderful feeling to walk above the water in this beautiful setting. The lighthouse is not open to the public but the view from the lighthouse is beautiful. You can walk all the way around the lighthouse but the railings are not great. This walk is NOT for everyone. The large breakwater stones are uneven & there are large, bigger- than-your-foot cracks & crevices you can stumble into if you aren't paying attention. With the distance from the parking area, this is a 2 mile walk, most of it over uneven stones. It requires more athleticism than a 2 mile stroll with your dog. You need to pay close attention. Any little spot that is wet is very slippery. Speaking of dogs, we saw 3 different couples dragging their small dogs along on a summer day. The poor little dogs could hardly jump over the large gaps. And it's hot down there by the sun-warmed rocks where your little fur baby is. Leave your best friend at home for this hike. And if you wear bifocals or progressive glasses, you may want to take the off so your depth perception isn't skewed by the lenses when looking down at the uneven surface. But if you're in shape, it's a beautiful way to spend an hour or two!

We loved walking the nearly one mile path down to the lighthouse on the breakwater. I was amazed by the huge granite blocks that were put together like a jig-saw puzzle. The fun part was finding the one and only stone to stretch across the entire breakwater.

It is uneven, you have to watch where you step, wear comfy shoes. Not for handicapped or wheelchairs. Only fit people should try this. It is about 1 mile out and 1 mile back. There are no rescues.

But a great work out and you can watch the lobster boats checking their catches right in front of you as you walk off and on all day.

I wish I could come back to Rockland to see this amazing Lighthouse! I am from Poland and walking that distance to see this view was exciting (that rocks!).

At least in nice weather! No rest rooms though so take note! Beautiful views worth the walk especially at sunset.

We love to see lighthouses and this one had a unique way of getting to it. It's 7/8ths of a mile each way on an uneven granite block pier. The walk out was nice, but you had to look down because of the unevenness and missing blocks. On the way back the tide changed and the water on one side of the pier got rough and water was splashing up which made the pier slippery. My advise is to wear sensible shoes. Don't take small children and if you have walking issues don't do it.

It is about a mile walk down the breakwater on stones to a lighthouse you can't see in the fog until you get very close! But it is fun! You have to look down so you don't slip on seaweed or fall into cracks, and there are no guard rails.

But the lighthouse itself is quite nice, with good views of and from it.

Fun stop in that we were "tendered" into the heart of the city from our ship. Great quaint little location but bigger than what first meets your eye. We toured Rockland and then onto Camden which was a great stop as well . . . BUT . . . the best advice I can offer is to arrange transportation with Flagshiptaxi@gmail.com / www.Flagshiptaxi.com. Great help and support getting us acclimated and around during our whole day.

This is as great day trip. You walk along the breakwater so while quite level it is not a paved walk. A jogging stroller could handle it if you have little ones. Keep tg he tide in mind as well as it can get wet during some seasons and moon phases. The best part is being able to climb inside the light. Figure on at least a good hour and a half.

Partly sunny, warm, breezy Sunday afternoon after a 2-mile leisurely bike ride to the Rockland Breakwater Harbor Lighthouse eas FANTASTIC! On arrival to the granite cobbled lighthouse path, we saw a variety of sea life, including 4 large seals...seals. Additionally a first time for us was seeing seagulls eat starfish. Sail boats dotted the seascape. The ferries were constant. Lovely day, Lovely lighthouse accessible location.

When it was mentioned the walk is about a two mile round trip to see the lighthouse, my family of four with teens paused for a minute whether we wanted to do it, but upon driving down to the parking and seeing the walk, we got excited. The huge flat boulders that make up the walk way have some gaps that you have to watch your footing, but being able to see the bay and ocean almost seemed like you were walking on water a bit. You forget the distance and enjoy the beautiful scenery. The lighthouse itself wasn't a lot to look at, in our opinion, but where it was built was really interesting and the end result was a great hour or so of walking out and enjoying the views.

While visiting Rockland its a must see. Beautiful walk about a mile long. Would recommend wearing walking shoes as you walk on rocks and not all are tight together. So peaceful!

It was a sunny but very breezy June day, so the walk felt a lot longer, but overall a pleasant walk with beautiful views. Saw a little girl fell and scraped her knee though, so parents with children should be careful.

The scenario was unique. A long stone path with a spectacular view towards the horizon. We saw white and gray seals on the rocks and dolphins swimming alongside us. Returning to the beach at low tide we walked among algae and sea snails for tens of metres. Unfortunately there was also a dead minke whale on the beach, a large shark bite was evident on its tail. Very few people, free parking 5 minutes walk away.

Definitely is a different type of lighthouse experience. Tons of walking to get out to the light which was a little unexpected, but actually ended up being a great workout. Would definitely go back!

A much better welcome to the harbor than a beacon on a metal tower, the lighthouse is a pretty sight entering from seaward and gives one an opportunity to wave at the people resting after their walk out the breakwater.

We enjoy walking out to the lighthouse on the Breakwater. The views are unique and fantastic. You get to be out in the middle of the bay with great views of the water, the city of Rockland, and (if you are lucky) some sailboats gliding by. It is not for everyone, though. The uneven large stones require your attention while walking on them. One time the wind came up and both a few waves and some floatsam washed up onto the breakwater. On a nice (or semi-nice) day, it is well worth the trip.

Stunning views from this working light house. But it was under renovations so I could not go inside. The walk is for the hardy!

This was a great lighthouse to walk out to! One mile over level rocks. Super fun and with the walk. So glad we did it!

This was a nice walk. I live in Maine, and have walked many jetties. This one is 4300' long. Even the day after Christmas, this was a popular place.

It was equally neat to walk the mile to this lighthouse and read the history on how the walkway was made. What a fabulous stroll at sunset, just a few locals out and about. You do have to watch your step as the rocks are a bit uneven, but it is worth the trek!

There is a mile walk out on the level rocks to get right to this lighthouse and it is worth the walk. The walk is part of the feeling of the light itself. Being so close to the water and lighthouse is refreshing.

A long walk out along the breakwater to the light, which seems to be completely locked up. The view are worth it though

Worth the hike. Watch the Parade of Windjammers or better yet view the beautiful Breakwater Light as you pass by ON a windjammer.

Loved the walk out to the lighthouse. Watch your step though. Wouldn’t recommend trying to use a stroller at all. Definitely worth the trip.

Nice walk on a drizzly day. The breakwater is made of large rough stones. Surface wasn’t slippery despite drizzle though mildly uneven in places. Wall is about 2 miles out and back. Views are great!
Doesn’t have a fixed address but if you GPS to Jamieson Park it will get you to the ample stree parking where the road ends.

One can walk almost a mile out to this beautiful Lighthouse. It offers terrific views back to Rockland. It's an engineering marvel !

Just GO! What more do you want? This is an authentic, incredible and very real Lighthouse located on a gorgeous spot on our planet. Who wouldn't benefit from seeing this? Soak it in... it's awesome!

We chose a day to walk the breakwater to the light house on a 90 degree day, be prepared,it's longer than it looks and once you are out there there are no restroom facilities, but it has really nice views and benches where you can rest before you make the trek back.

It was an amazing hike out to the lighthouse on a beautiful afternoon! An incredible view of the harbor watching the ferries and other boats!

wear good shoes because it is a not so easy walk at times just wish the lighthouse would be open was told it very rarely is open tons of little shells in the beginning of the walk and we saw a jellyfish on the shoreline because it was low tide

Only a few minutes from the campground we were at. Lots of parking and a very nice picnic area. Most everyone wearing mask and social distancing. Not a walk out to the lighthouse if you are a little unsteady. From other review pictures you can see what I mean. Dirt grass walkway to the stone walk out to the lighthouse. So worth it though. Pick a time when not to crowded. Great views, nice walk out. Many photo opportunities. A lighthouse tour must.

This is a great though little more challenging than expected walk 7/8 of a mile there and then back. You do need sturdy shoes and it is not really disabled accessible. It is fun to be out on the ocean and even if it is chilly it is worth the adventure. The lighthouse is open sometimes in the peak season which I imagine adds to the fun.

Loved the walk there and the walk back. It was a foggy day, or I'm sure pictures would have been better. You can go up a level, but everything is locked. The walk across the rocks wasfun and not really that tough. However if waves were flying over the top I can see how that could change the dynamic.

The breakwater is a fantastic walk, almost a hike. It is made of huge stone blocks so there are gaps between and an uneven surface so the exercise is great while walking with ocean on three sides. It is about 3/4 of a mile each way. Breathtaking views and it's like walking on water.

Yesterday was sunny and mild. Great time for a walk on the breakwater. The breakwater is made of large granite blocks creating an uneven surface but one worth tackling under good weather conditions. With a nor'easter coming through today, the waves at high tide were over-topping the breakwater. No one would want to be close in the driving rain, wind and angry seas.

Beautiful scenery, great place to take pics. Lighthouse is at the end of a long and rocky path. Twice I attempted it, but chickened out. Fine if you’re not clumsy, lots of people of all ages making the trek.

My wife and I have seen this lighthouse a number of times from the deck of the windjammer J&E Riggin, but this trip we also walked out to it on the breakwater. We're glad we did; although it wasn't open, there was a group of lighthouse fans there participating in an annual lighthouse event on shortwave radio with 400 other lighthouses around the world. Pretty neat.

Walked out to the lighthouse on a gorgeous morning recently. Beautiful views while walking and once you reach the lighthouse. You really can’t see much of the lighthouse once you make the 7/8 of a mile trek. The granite blocks that make up the breakwater require you to look down most of the time and I’d recommend tennis shoes and caution if the walkway is wet. Fun, unique lighthouse.

On a beautiful October day (70 degrees), my husband and I found the Rockland Breakwater Lighthouse. It was absolutely perfect! 7/8 mile walk out and back, with the sparkly sun. Easy enough for my husband and very enjoyable for us to do together. You must do this!

It's 7/8 mile from the parking lot to the lighthouse, but if you have time before the sun sets, you won't want to miss it! Great views of everything Maine - water, fishing, boats, people.
Kindly leave only footprints, and take only photos. Natural treasure!

You get to hike about a mile, way out into the harbor on massive granite blocks that make up the breakwater in order to reach the lighthouse itself. By the time we were almost there, the tide came in an the last several feet of he breakwater had waves crashing over it. Quite and experience. You are afforded spectacular views of the water, the lighthouse itself, Rockland in the distance and ships and boats passing by. Not to be missed. Free parking available.

Great walk out to the Rockland Breakwater Lighthouse, that we thoroughly enjoyed. Especially with this being our first time to Rockland, we were so glad we did it, great views and it was a spectacular Spring Day! Highly recommend!!!

Amazing structural achievement. We paused to take in the view and take a few pics. In the afternoon, the sun is over the lighthouse. The walk is just over a mile RT. Definitely a challenge. We are seniors, so Pemaquid lighthouse is easiest to get to, but glad we were able to do 3 lighthouses in 3 days. Careful during high tides.

It’s beautiful but be careful keeping your head up because you can easily fall into a crack and break your leg. Go slow and enjoy the long walk out. Really nice place.

This was a great lighthouse to visit. Long walk, having to watch each step along the was, but worth it. The only thing that could have made it better was if the lighthouse would have been open. I guess maybe just on weekends. Great experience!!

If you are in Rockland, one of the things to do is the Breakwater walk. It is a walk to the lighthouse out in the harbor. It is not for everyone because you are walking on a rocky surface and it is a long walk out and back. But, you will be rewarded with beautiful views and the lighthouse.

Visiting this lighthouse is a very unusual experience. You would go 7/8 miles into the sea. You feel like you are in the middle of the bay, between the water with ships and yachts and sky with clouds... It is so beautiful there! Wear good shoes (breakwater blocks are uneven) and dress in layers (it is very windy there).  The only negative thing about this lighthouse is that there is no bathroom (plan accordingly).

The longest walk ever to see a run-down lighthouse up close. I wore sandals and carefully watched my step to not fall down the cracks. Not very comfortable for me but I pushed myself and made it through to write this review a year later - lol. So, my word of advice is don't wear sandals (can get wet and slippery) and don't carry any bags (this added to muscle soreness later). I probably would not do this again.

It’s a long walk and can be slippery and there are cracks you can fall in. I was determined to walk the whole way and was not disappointed. You can’t go in light house but walk around it and there are benches on the porch facing the bay. The walk was hard on my arthritic knees but I’m glad I did it.

It is a good walk out there. But worth it! Views are beautiful. Free parking available. Watch your step! Not stroller friendly!

Gorgeous place...we've walked the breakwater before but went past on the Vinalhaven ferry. Great view and never gets old.

My husband and I didn't realize when we headed for this walk to the lighthouse that we would be walking on giant rocks of granite for .8 mile to get to the lighthouse! You have to watch your step since there are so many cracks between the rocks. About half way there, he asked if we were there yet? :) The disappointing part is that once you reach the lighthouse, you can't really see it since the house faces the walkway! I'm not sure I would do it again, but I'm glad that we did it once!

Man made 4300 foot granite boulder access levee to reach the lighthouse. A nice outing and View, the lighthouse is not open, but you can walk around the building

It was a warm and sunny day in September. As a senior, my balance isn't what it used to be but I had my hiking stick with me and determination to make it to the end. I was careful to check the tide charts because when I was there in 2021, the waves were washing over the breakwater and we had to turn back.

I was treated to many friendly greetings as I walked along and made it to the lighthouse. There was an interesting school of glimmering fish feeding on something. I stood there and watched for at least 20 minutes as this school of silvery fish flitted around in circles. There were a few seagulls who were slightly more excited than I was!

Allow yourself the time to stop and admire the work of engineering that has held back the sea for more than 100 years! If you are young and nimble, you should be able to walk to the end and back within an hour. If you are a senior, plan on 1-2 hours, depending on how often you stop to enjoy the view and pay close attention to the uneven surfaces.

Great walk out but BE careful! Easy to trip or fall if your older into rock breakwater. So worth the view once you can look up!

The key takeaways is an enjoyable stroll which takes in the Ocean/Harbor views while being to literally walk onto a light house,

It's good exercise to walk all the way to the House and back but one must be very sure-footed. These are massive granite slabs laid into place without any grouting. One cannot take a stroller or walker on this walkway. The stones are uneven with gaps in between some. Take care with young children.

When you see the break water and lighthouse from the Rt1 shore you don’t see how massiveness of the harbor and the breakwater. Walking out to the lighthouse I was thinking how in the _ _ _ _ did they build this. A little tough walking but worth it.

Almost a mile walk to get to the lighthouse but well worth the stroll. You can also see the lighthouse from just past the parking area.

This was a nice walk ,just under a mile one way it was kinda of windy, but nice with the sun. Recommend to go when it's not so windy . We enjoyed it.

This was a fun visit to a lighthouse. The walk out is 7/8 of a mile on uneven breaker rocks. It is not a hard walk but is not for those who are unsteady.
The lighthouse was not open. It was neat to look back at the city and see the boats go by while out there.

This lighthouse is well worth a visit. Located at the end of a long rock causeway, it provides visitors with iconic views of the Maine coast. If you decide to walk out to the light plan on allowing enough time to safely do so, 1 to 2 hours. It does get busy on the weekend.

Be sure to bring water and enjoy the slow walk out to the lighthouse. Early morning and early evening best times.

This is a fun 8/10 of a mile walk out on the breakwater. No restrooms out there-plan ahead! Take some water, and watch the weather, do NOT go out if lightning is a possibility!

Wear comfortable shoes....it's straight out on large, flat, granite blocks. Not much to do at the lighthouse but take photos and enjoy the scenery.
There are benches, so If you can, you might want to bring a snack so you visit can last just a little longer.

This was indeed a special place! I started out and 15 minutes later I hadn't made much progress! LOL on me!

But then I hit the 1/2 way point and who quits then??? Heads UP, it is a 1 MILE walk out on the jetty, which is uneven ( but well put together) so you have to watch EVERY SINGLE STEP. I wasn't nervous, and it was dry, but most of the large granite slaps had at least a 3-6 inch gap, with some hole thrown in for good fun.

I did see people w/ flip flops, NOT a good idea. It was worth it, and my knee has not forgiven me, but I'm glad I did it!

If you go super early (which I didn't) you might see seals....but all in all it was well worth it!

The walk isn't too long, although I'd advise wearing good shoes because there are large spaces here and there between the rocks and not every surface is flat. The view when you reach the light is lovely. Take your time, enjoy the walk and the view. It's worth it!

7/8th mile and no potty! It is the best place on earth as far as I'm concerned. I used to see a porpoise out there and a shark once. This year I saw seals. I've caught mackerel, Pollack, and pogues out there. I e seen flounder there too. Some days the gift shop inside the lighthouse opens up. Be careful walking, it is a rock jeti.

I suppose that people walk out to this lighthouse out of curiosity or just to enjoy the ocean breeze. Honestly, it's not all that interesting. The better view of the lighthouse is probably from a boat on the water because it's hard to enjoy when you are right on top of it once you get there. There is a fenced in balcony around the lighthouse that you can go on, but honestly, the view from there is not any better than on on the walkway. The walk to get there is about 1 mile one way on a man-made granite breakwater. Not really much to look at on the way there except for the Rockland harbor in the distance and the lighthouse that ever so slowly gets closer and closer. Watch your step along the rocks because there are are gaps that you could step in to and twist an ankle if you are not watching where you are going.

Went late in the afternoon and it was perfect - not a lot of people walking the path. Fascinating and fun little adventure. You need to pay attention to where you're stepping if you have pets or children as the granite is mostly tightly stacked but there are regularly places where there are gaps you could fall into if you misstep. After all IT'S OLD!!

The lighthouse has its own parking lot and is easy to get to after leaving Main St. The stone pier is unique which makes it a must do. The views are amazing. You do need to watch where you are walking. The stones are giant and placed together like puzzle pieces. The water was going over the pier near the lighthouse so we couldn't walk all the way to the end. We enjoyed the walk regardless and it was a fun way to get more steps in for the day.

We’ve been walking the breakwater out to the light house for many years. On a hot summer day, the cool breeze from the ocean is very refreshing. It’s good exercise too! Don’t miss coming here if you are in Rockland.

If you enjoy a long hike (> 3/4 mile ) out to see a lighthouse this is the place to go. This one was built in the late 1800s and took 18 years to construct (!). Like many lighthouses, you can't go in to the building.

A trip to Rockland isn't complete without a visit to the Breakwater Lighthouse. Convenient parking, a short walk along a unique walkway, beautiful scenery, and the lighthouse itself are all part of the experience.

Beautiful view of the harbor and great hike. It is a long hike out to the end, my grandkids were complaining half way through, maybe it is long for kids. Kids also should be careful of the big cracks between rocks, my granddaughter slipped twice.

We walked this breakwater and visited the light house over New Years weekend. This is an easy walk but wear good shoes and watch were you are walking!! There are several geocaches to do in the area and are always fun. Be sure to check out the rocks out in the water towards the beginning of you walk....seals!!

This is a loooonnnggg walk that seems to never end but it is pretty cool. You must watch carefully where you step so we stopped often to look around since you can’t take your eyes off where you are walking or you may trip. We say two people fall while we were there.

Make sure you don’t go at high tide.

There were people fishing which was also fun to watch. Overall a nice way to spend the afternoon.

We enjoyed our walk to the lighthouse. Not too difficult and a bit cold today (56 degrees. It’s a beautiful walk and great exercise. Dress warm if any breeze.

These senior citizens questioned the suitability of walking on the stone breakwater our to this lighthouse. After all it is advertised as 9/10 mile each way. We found the boulders are almost level, the gaps between stones manageable, and the distance doable. The sun was shining as we watched pleasure boats, ferries and commercial fishing boats entering and exiting the harbor. We noted folk of all ages including babies in body harnesses making the trek. Evaluate your own abilities. If you have decent balance and strength, give it a try. You can always return at any time.

Watch your step but enjoy walking on the granite blocks pieced together over an 18-year period in the late 1800's and arrive at the Rockland Breakwater Light. Enjoy seeing the lobstermen pull their traps nearby and the ferries coming from/to Rockland Harbor bound for nearby islands. Sit a while on benches and enjoy the sea breeze and sun on your face, watching the many visitors come and go, and the huge seagulls perch on the rocks of the breakwater. Located near the beautiful Samoset Resort by the Ocean.

About a 7/8 of a mile walk over level but not totally granite slabs that comprise the breakwater—good exercise and rewarding views of the harbor and passing boats.

Yes, it's a nice stroll. What you see at the start is what you get--0.8 miles which is longer than it seems because you are walking across granite slabs and need to be careful. We had a 5yo and a 3yo. The 5yo was fine. The 3yo needed to be carried for safety because of the spaces between the slabs that require you to pay attention where you step. This would be a nice walk to do by yourself if you just need some quiet, reflection time. However, it's even nicer to walk to with friends and just chat. The gaps between the slabs will slow you down, creating a nice conversational walking pace. I would not have done this in bad weather.

I was in the area on business and some clients recommend I see this while in the area. I am so glad they did, it was a great experience. The walk out to the lighthouse seems to take forever and it is a bit treacherous but it was beautiful. I would definitely not recommend attempting this walk with small children because of the large gaps in some areas of the walkway, but its great for older kids and adults.

This light is worth the nearly one-mile walk, but be prepared. The breakwater, made of giant cut granite and other rocks, is far from smooth walking. Wear comfortable, sensible shoes or hiking boots. We saw some people in flip flops and one man who was barefoot. Neither were happy. Because the rocks are uneven, you’ll find it takes more concentration on where you’re walking, and it probably won’t work for those with limited mobility who need a walker or wheelchair. The distance is deceiving. You keep thinking you’re almost there, but you’re not! Enjoy the time to look out to sea or into the harbor. We watched a lobster boat tending their pots. Fun. The lighthouse itself is best seen from the floating dock. There has been storm damage around the lighthouse, and the sign warns, “Make smart choices.” You can make this walk if it’s wet (an early rain had just subsided when we went). But in high winds or heavy rains you should skip it.

We had seen the breakwater from land and the water, and finally got the chance to walk it. As others have said it is longer than you think and comprised entirely of large stones. Wear comfortable shoes and leave dogs and young children behind. You get a wonderful view of the harbor and it is a unique trip.

A nice waiter told us how to find this as it's off the beaten track. Took the walk out on the breakwater rocks, almost a mile. It was beautiful. Then saw a dark cloud coming, hurried back and got caught in a freak hail storm/downpour just nearing the end of the jetty. terrifying but kind of fun. Worth the trek.

First of all we were lucky with the weather, which made the walk that much better. It was mid February, we were in mid-coast Maine and it was 45 degrees. We walked the 7/8 mile to the light house with only hoodies over long sleeved tee shirts. The walk on the breakwater was easy and very interesting seeing how it was constructed of giant blocks of granite put together like a puzzle. The walk was easy, the blocks being fairly tight and even and the sun was wonderful. Of course when we got out to the light house it was closed but that was alright , the walk and sights were well worth the walk.

While travelling through Maine, everyone stops at lighthouses. After a while, they all start to look the same. This lighthouse was unique and worth a look! Parking was available. There is an almost one mile walk out on a wide, stone break wall in order to get to the lighthouse. Hold on tight to your purse, wallet, camera, phone, etc. - as the gaps in the boulders/rocks are open at times and if those items fell, they could be lost. Watch your footing and take you time - mostly flat but some uneven surfaces. The lighthouse is accessible all the way around and has great views. There were many sailboats and other boats that went past while we were there. great photo opportunities!!

This was awesome. It was a great way to walk off some lunch and see a piece of history. Great for kids and couples and the water views are beautiful. We would do this again.

The view from this lighthouse in the middle of Rockland Harbor is fantastic as is the journey to get there. Viewers must walk 7/8 of a mile on a granite Breakwater made up of huge boulders to reach the lighthouse. The walking surface of the Breakwater is about 15 ft wide and totally exposed to sun wind and the elements. This is not a journey for people with handicaps or requiring canes, crutches or wheelchairs. It IS a lovely adventures, and gives you a sense of accomplishment to make the roundtrip. Totally worthwhile!

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This was our family‘s first time to New England and the walk to the Rockland Breakwater Light is a nice walk. Allow an hour and 15 minutes to walk out and back and for taking photos. Bring a jacket and good walking shoes. It is a rocky path with uneven steps. We went at 7:15pm and watched the sunset as we returned.

The trail that leads to the breakwater lighthouse has an interesting history. The granite blocks that were used to build the breakwater came mostly from the islands in Penobscot Bay. Barges carried them across and cranes from the beach unloaded them. The dangerous work claimed a few lives and burials at sea were common in those days. The immigrant labor was paid in cash and corruption was rumored from the start with this lucrative government contract. Granite industry barons were intent on keeping the bulk of it for themselves didn’t care how many people died to line their pockets. When walking the path think of all the people who died to make Rockland Harbor as safe haven for commercial maritime local economy.

7/8 mile walking.Not much to see but if you like walking then go ahead and visit the lighthouse.I just wanna warn everyone that you cannot go on top of the lighthouse though as it it closed.

Very cool experience walking about a mile on the carefully positioned large stones out into the bay to see the lighthouse. If you are looking for a little exercise and beautiful views of the bay, this is for you.

It is almost a mile's walk on the granite walkway to reach the Lighthouse. This gives a feel of being the middle of the ocean. The lighthouse itself is closed and you can see the tower from below. So, the destination is not the best part of the walk. The walkway is huge stones put together, so there are cracks in it, big enough to put your foot in. So, not stroller friendly but not risky either. If you enjoy nature and serenity, its a good place to spend almost an hour.

This was a pretty cool experience to walk out to the lighthouse with the ocean surrounding you. It would be nice to be able to go into the lighthouse but you can go onto the "porch"

Make sure you secure your phone and other items walking out. They can fall through the rocks and will be gone forever.

This was a cool walk that we visited while exploring mid-coast Maine. Be aware though, everywhere else we stopped on our journey had bathrooms or Portopotties, this stop did not and it is a 2 mile walk.

Great walking up the breakwater, lots of birds, sea life, shells!definately a must see on the Coast if Maine!

This Lighthouse has wonderful views and looks more daunting than it really is to maneuver the jetty rocks (which are surprisingly flat and well constructed). Very picturesque and fun too.

Just be careful stepping over the huge stones. Wear sturdy shoes. I wouldn't want to do this in flip flops. I went after some rain so I had to be careful. Loved the view and the walk!

Never seen anything like it. When I first saw it, I said it doesn't look that far. It was a mile out and back, over large stones. The sunset was so pretty from the light house.

Our Airbnb was not ready when we arrived so we decided to find a park to lounge in for an hour or so. We stumbled on this light house. It is about a mile walk out but it is worth it as the view is magnificent.

Yes, it’s amazing, and if the weather hadn’t turned rough in the middle of my walk, I would’ve LOVED getting to the lighthouse. But, as I was kind of starting to fear for my life, I turned back. And was repeatedly sprayed in the face with freezing water and wind. And made it to land. And went to Walmart for new clothes. Other than that, yeah, it’s GREAT.

This one mile long breakwater is made from gigantic granite blocks that are easy to walk on and take you out right into the bay! Beautiful, breezy view!

We made the trek having water and decent shoes. The view is great but the lighthouse was closed. I hoped for something better.

We parked in a parklike area that has a small beach front. The walk to the light house is really long, but a great way to enjoy the sea breezes and water. The wall is made of enormous boulders that are positioned together. So, if you have really little kids or elderly parents this might not be the best walk as the rocks are uneven and there are gaps between them, so you need to step with a little attention and care. There are nice benches you can sit on at the lighthouse and enjoy the view - but there wasn't anything to enter.

While it's a level mile walk from shore to lighthouse, it's a bit precarious due to large gaps between the granite blocks that make up the breakwater. Be sure to wear closed shoes, and watch your step!

This is is one of 3 lighthouses in Rockport I visited this trip. This one is out on the breakwater so be prepared to wear good shoes and walk out. The terrain is rocky and slippery. Great views as you are going out to the light house. The Lighthouse is smaller that standard but still worth the trip. BRing your camera as the shots you get will be amazing. I caught a crab fisherman bringing in some nice females!

Getting to the Rockland Breakwater Light is an almost mile walk across large granite stones from shore. Be sure to allow enough time to take your time because the walk is a little tenuous. Dress warm - wear comfortable shoes - and be prepared to see a neat lighthouse when you get to the end of the breakwater wall.

This is must....you never get a chance to walk on granite slabs out to the ocean....wish I did take my camera!

I loved walking out on the break wall of the Rockland Breakwater Light house. It is almost a mile walk across the large granite stones from shore. It was cool that morning , the further out on the wall we walk it got colder. So make sure to dress warm. Really pretty out there and enjoyed. If you have a hard time with mobility be careful their is gaps between the stones so you need to watch your step. Loved it and the views. Recommended a must do if you are in Rockland Maine

It started off a lovely bright sunny day but by the time we got to the Breakwater the mist was beginning to float in. I hadn't completed the walk along the breakwater to the light before so I was determined to do it this time despite the approaching fog.

It was quite bracing a quite a few people were braving the elements and thankfully the rain held off. When I got back to the beginning of the breakwater the fog had really settled in and I couldn't see more than halfway along it - I don't think I would have started the walk at that point but a number of others were doing just that.

We arrived amidst some rain and a lot of wind but persevered. Glad we did. The walk was pretty far and walking on the slick rock was challenging. I’d say it’s about a mile to the light house and then you walk back of course. We had raincoats and I had earmuffs which I definitely needed! It was fun!

The walk out to the lighthouse seemed a lot longer than the walk back. Both were equally enjoyable. A great view of the harbor.

Loved it! Beautiful, easy walk in a unique and lovely setting. Can be chilly/windy so dress accordingly and watch your step on the rocks. Then enjoy the endless expanse of water views and the photogenic lighthouse when you stroll out there!

This was a nice walk on the huge rocks to the lighthouse. It is always nice to walk out on the breakwater rocks and watch the fisherman and feel like you are on the water.

as the sky was just opening. A long wet walk back, not so slippery, not swept out to sea. Great air, worth it

The BreakwAter is a great little hike with some of the best harbor views anywhere, just make sure you watch your step on the rocks!

While visiting Maine in 2014 we planned of seeing some lighthouses. We ran across Rockland's. Our daughter's not fun of doing a lot of walking but, boy, did she enjoy this! I guess what made it cool for her was that it was drizzling rain. She had a ball! We're planning on leaving Sept 6 for a fall foliage trip back to Maine then on to Nova Scotia. We're planning on walking back to the lighthouse.

I wanted to love this. If you want to see a lighthouse, don’t bother. After walking almost a mile out over the water to get to it, it was boarded up and everything was closed. You can’t really see the lighthouse, and it’s been storm damaged, so it’s in disrepair. However, if you want a nice walk over the water, this is a cool one!

We almost didn’t do this because of the length of the walk, the cooler morning weather, and we were on a schedule. However, I’m so glad we did. If you are a lighthouse visitor, this is one of those you just have to do. You won’t get a good view of the lighthouse itself, but it is very neat to walk this distance along a breakwater to the building. The reviews talk about watching your step but the photos don’t make it look so bad. However, we quickly learned that those gaps in the rocks and the uneven nature of them in fact do require you watching your step. You could take kids on this walk, but I strongly recommend a 1:1 parent:kid ratio. This is not a place to let the kids run wild.

Stayed at Samoset Resort, which is adjacent to the lighthouse walk. Made the 7/8-mile walk out to the lighthouse. Beautiful views of Rockland harbor, the lighthouse, sail boats and the Bay. Took great photos from the resort, while on the breaker and from the Ferry to Vinalhaven. Interesting build history.

Long walk, but lovely view once you get there. If you have animals, please take some water on a hot day (for them and yourself). It is nearly a mile out and not an easy mile. The rocks are flat but still uneven so wear some hiking boots if you have them. I wore walking shoes and after a while the hardness of the rocks took it's toll on my poor feet. Be careful of the cracks, one women stepped wrong and sliced her leg open. If you want to look at the boats going by, please stop to look. One wrong step and you would be quite a ways from getting help. If you bring young children or small pets, be prepared to carry them. I saw one stroller sitting in the rocks to the side so I imagine it was too difficult to maneuver between rocks.

The lighthouse has had storm damage so you can't get up and get to the lighthouse. It isn't looking like they are going to repair it anytime soon. It was nice walking out on the breakwater and seeing the action of the harbor. Even got to see a lobster boat working traps.

Its a nice walk out to the lighthouse. Wear comfortable shoes. Stones are rough cut. It is amazing how this jetty was built.

Great way to spend an hour. I wish the lighthouse at the end of the breakwater had been open to the public. Basically just a nice walk.

Great walk out over the ocean- huge flat rocks, but watch your step. This is not without holes and a big drop off the edges. Very hot and exposed the day I went, and of course, never go out in bad weather. Totally in the open. Parking was fine, lots of space, free and people shifting out on regular basis. Wear good walking shoes at least, maybe some water. Low tide, high tide two totally different experiences so go twice.

Super fun, beautiful view, nice walk. However NO BATHROOMS. Would have been nice to have a sign stating so prior to venturing out.

Walking out to this lighthouse is very cool. Not something you see everyday. Don’t go close to nightfall without a flashlight

Beautiful walk out to the lighthouse on the breakwater. Watch your step and know its almost a mile out and mile back.

This is a great walk, .8 mile each way, level on large rocks. Worth the walk for the views. The jetty is made up stacked stones so the little kids will need help with the gaps here and there. Be prepared to carry them back! Check the sign to see if the lighthouse itself is open. Still a great trip even if closed - harbor views are awesome! Free on-street parking available.

The breakwater is a little tricky to maneuver but it's worth the walk out to the lighthouse. Views of the harbor are lovely and you can see the boats come and go. The seagulls must be used to people because I came within an arms length of several during the walk.

Unless you are wanting a hike you might view this from afar. There is a 7/8 mile walk there and back. The path over the breakwater is rocky and not completely level. Once you get out to the lighthouse the views aren’t great and there is no bathroom or shop and you can’t go inside.

There is a small parking area at Marie Reed Breakwater Park and a short walk to the breakwater. If you walk the mile out to the end of the breakwater, stepping carefully on the large stones, you can see the lighthouse up close, then you have to walk the mile back to shore. I completed this walk when I visited 20 years ago but did not attempt it on this trip. We enjoyed watching the boats go out from the Rockland harbor, and we spotted a seal sunning itself on a rock not far from the shore.

The Rockland Breakwater light itself didn't impress us too much - it looked fairly run down, in need of a new coat of paint, and it wasn't open for entry. But, the long causeway (breakwater, I guess) leading out to it was definitely unique, and we enjoyed the long walk (it's just shy of a mile) out there, with some pretty views along the way. The rock causeway was impressive with its huge stones (and it was built before the lighthouse), so we were happy we took the time to explore. It was close to an hour of time from leaving our car, walking to the light, taking some photos, and returning.

If you enjoy walking, and are up to stepping from rock to rock, do this walk. As breakwaters go, it's one of the best I've seen, and clearly has been carefully maintained. Still, one does have to be careful, and choose your footwear accordingly (some do it barefoot, some in sandals, but I choose low hiking shoes). Even some skilled dogs make the journey. Views from the breakwater and lighthouse balcony are great. Find a bathroom if needed before you start, as there are NO facilities for that at the park nor at the lighthouse. There are some nice picnic tables at the park before starting the hike. Parking is available, but may be limited at busy times.

Nice travel break - we took a quick 7/8 mile walk on the jetty out to the lighthouse in pouring rain and then headed back the 7/8 of a mile to the car. Even in the rain, it was a pretty spot! Yes, the path was a bit rough but not strenuous to climb. Very picturesque once you were out a bit. Not a destination per se, but definitely worth the travel break for us! Unfortunately, we were not there on a day the lighthouse was open so we just walked around it, but even that little jaunt was a nice break.

We visited Rockland during Maine's February School break and I decided to take a walk out the breakwater since it was clear of snow. While I had foolishly ventured out without a hat or scarf, I decided that I wanted to make it ALL the way! It was such a beautiful view of the water and back towards land - so peaceful! Must check it out when we head up in the summer!

Gorgeous walk out to the lighthouse. A little uneven walking due to the rocks but should be easy for most people. Can be crowded at times. Hold onto your face masks on windy days! We saw seven or so stuck between the rocks.

What a wonderful walk. Our teenagers loved it. It's not a paved walkway, so be prepared to watch where you're walking (which is hard because you want to look at the beauty around you). It was windy and cool, but we wouldn't have missed it. The sound of the water hitting the breakers is mesmerizing. There's not a lot to see at the end, so if you don't go the whole distance it would be okay.

We arrived there around 4pm; tide was going out so we, along with many other people, walked the 1 mile breakwater to get to the lighthouse. Uneven terrain so a bit hard on me as I have a bad hip but we made it there and back. Very pretty and unique to walk out so far.

While you should watch your step, this is a wonderful 4300 foot walk along a historic breakwater built at the end of the 19th century. A great way to get some fresh air and see Rockland.

Whenever we come to Maine and stay in the Rockport/Rockland area, my wife and I always do a morning walk on the 7/8 mile breakwater to the lighthouse. You need to be careful because there are, generally, small gaps between the granite boulders. They used over 700,000 tons of granite to build the breakwater. It is a great walk. We were in Rockland for three days and walked it each day. From the breakwater you can watch the lobstermen checking their traps, or watch the schooners and boats sailing.

When you get to the lighthouse, it is normally closed to visitors, but there are benches that you can sit on and look over the breakwater wall or into the water.

It is a 'must walk' for us everytime we come to Maine.

It was worth the walk on the breakwall. The sign has posted hours that the light house is open, but the locals say it is almost never open, and it wasn't. Also, check out the light house museum.

Great views of Rockland and the harbor with a view. Little unassuming once you get out there. Unfortunately it is a bit of a long walk on uneven stones to get out there. Not for the elderly or handicapped. Watch out for high tide as it washed over the breakwater at points

If you’re in Rockland and want a unique attraction, check out the Rockland Breakwater Light. I believe it’s 0.9 miles from the start to the lighthouse. The walk can be a bit rough, with broken rocks, so make sure to wear appropriate shoes, and to watch your step! We went here around 11am on a Wednesday in May, and there were a few people around. The weather was near perfect and the views exceptional! I believe I read there is a gift shop available in the lighthouse but only from Memorial Day to Labor Day.

The lighthouse wasn't really viewable from the breakwall. You had to walk out on a floating dock to see the lighthouse. But the walk out to the lighthouse was nice.

Close to a mile one way but beautiful scenery. The huge granite blocks making up the jetty are a little uneven (so watch your step!), but super impressive. They squeezed smaller granite stones into the slabs that didn't fit together quite right. You can see the indentations where dynamite was used to break them from the slabs. It is amazing how straight the edges are, given that the granite blocks are in the water AND that it was built in the late 1800's! See if you can find the ONE granite block that extends the entire width of the walkway. (It is about 1/2 way along the walk.) The lighthouse keeper's house, now vacant since the light was automated in 1964, is quaint! Make sure to go out onto the dock and take a picture of the lighthouse. Cool perspective! No bathroom facilities or snack bar out there, so come prepared! :) Enjoy!

We walked along the breakwater out to the lighthouse. It is a little less than a mile out and back, total about 1.6 miles. Uneven footing, where sensible footwear if you can. The views are beautiful.

This is a great walk out to the light, be careful as it is not paved, but just rocks and can be slippery, there are cracks among the rocks so requires attention as you walk. Wish the lighthouse was open for tours. Be aware it is about a mile walk out and there are no restrooms out there.

Made if 1/2 way and turned around. Not worth the chance of an ankle sprain. Would recommend if the walk was not so challenging.

It is a nice experience. Not really able to get good pictures of the lighthouse from the breakwater but you got up close to it and the walk was long but nice.

At high season, this place wasn’t worth the time or effort. Parking was wherever one could find it. By far, most plates on parked vehicles were not from Maine. The dirt path to the breakwater was not suitable for the elderly or persons with disabilities. No interpretive signs appeared before or along the path. No facilities were available, except for one shaded picnic table at the head of the path. Throngs loitered all along the breakwater and upon the lighthouse itself. At other times, a lighthouse visit may be more worthwhile, but not this time. I’ll plan so as to avoid summertime swarms if I ever come this way again.

After having lived in Maine for 30 years, a friend said to me, "What? You've never walked the Rockland Breakwater?"
Now, I am visiting as a tourist and walked it with my adult son.
The experience is the walk. Yes, it's tricky. We were fortunate to have a clear, sunny, warm day with little wind.
You have to watch your step. You should wear good walking shoes and be somewhat agile with good balance.
If you're a walker or hiker and appreciate the journey, you'll love it.

It's a long walk out and back but worth it. You must be very careful as it it huge granite blocks stacked and has space between them. A great plaque with the story about it on the wall.

What do you do in Maine? Eat lobster and check out lighthouses, right? We stopped by here on our way through. It's nice that it's a free activity and I would have been disappointed if I did have to pay for anything here. The walk is much longer than it appears and very uneven. Not too long for us who are used to walking distances but we saw several older and out of shape people who were not doing well with the combination. the walk itself if it was flat is only .8 miles each way but the very uneven terrain makes it feel much more than that. Out at the lighthouse itself there is not much to see. Nothing is open, no museum or guide to answer questions. We knew about the details via the internet which is about the only option. all in all, it was nothing special. Cool because it's a lighthouse for those of us living in the middle of the country but nothing compared to so many others around.

There is a stone walkway to the lighthouse. The rest of the group did better than I did on maneuvering the path. The rocks aren't even so you need to watch your step, every step. The walk is less than a mile out but takes awhile because it isn't easy walking. It is fun though to walk what seems like on the ocean out to the lighthouse. Once at the lighthouse there is a place to rest before heading back to shore. Definitely glad we went.

This is a unique experience but might not be suitable for everyone. The lighthouse is located at the end of a 7/8-mile long breakwater.
The lighthouse was not open when we visited. There are a couple of outside benches to sit on up some stairs at the side of the lighthouse.
There is limited free parking near by on Samoset Road. There are portable toilets here also.
It's a brisk 30+ minute walk from the parking to the lighthouse on uneven granite blocks with gaps between them but so worthwhile as the views back to land and out to sea are fabulous.
Watch your footing so not to trip and the stones can become slippery after the waves have wet them. It was also quite windy at the very end of the breakwater behind the lighthouse.

There are ample opportunities to enjoy a nice walk out to Breakwater Light. Every season that comes, shines a different light on the lighthouse. The stones all discolored and freckled by the sea salt. This is a place for... all lights.

We visited the Breakwater Lighthouse on a weekday early September with few people there. Free parking was easy and the trail to the Breakwater was interesting with wildflowers still in bloom. The walk was windy and the granite blocks are huge and gave a sense of walking on the water in a pleasant way. You definitely needed to be watching your step, but we enjoyed this walk immensely. Not for those on a walker, crutches, or impaired vision, but a lovely short walk to a historic lighthouse.

A 3/4 mile walk over fairly level granite boulders suggest you be careful as their are some gaps in the boulders— not a good idea for persons who need walker assistance. Beautiful view of passing boats— of the town from about a mile away— of the islands in the distance.

Best at low tide as it looks like it could be a bit wet & splashy at high tide. We were blessed with a nice May morning - had to wear windbreakers going out, but took off the jackets on the way back as the sun rose in the sky. I wore hiking boots for the extra support but sneakers would have been fine as well. Nice views and a bit of fresh air.

I’ve lived in Maine my whole life and I’m pretty sure this was my first visit. There is some parking but not a ton. There’s a little picnic area and the beach area is nice. The breakwater is a nice walk and our young kids didn’t have a problem. Hand holding is recommended! There are no bathrooms so go before!

The stroll out to the lighthouse is longer than it appears. About 20 minutes each way at a quick pace.

We could see the lighthouse from our hotel and decided to take the walk. It is an interesting piece of architecture to have an almost mile walk across the ocean built from granite. We picked a sunny and cool October morning and it was a great walk with great views.

We were here on a very nice warm fall Saturday and enjoyed the walk out to the lighthouse. Views were spectacular.

Unique lighthouse, and what makes it special is walking on bed of rocks to the lighthouse. Stayed at hotel about 10 minutes drive from the town and many places to sleep

Note: no bathrooms once you start. Easy walk on broken terrain.Wouldnot recomend a stroller or wheelchair. Easy, flet walk in good weather. Nice views.

Well, you can't see much from the shore unless you have binoculars, and I wasn't going to walk to it along those rocks with gaps in them -- way too hazardous, especially if a storm were to come up before making it back to land. Otherwise, it's a very unique and historic lighthouse and a marvel close up, I'm sure (but I'll never know).

The breakwater light was suggested to us so we were up for exploring it. I think we knew it was 7/8 mile out there but it didn’t really look that far. It’s further than it looks but worth the walk. Wear better shoes than I did (sandals). I think the difficulty depends on age and fitness. We are in our 50s and 60s and had to walk the rocks carefully but other than being slower than some others, it was very doable. The views back to land are incredible.

We really enjoyed our walk out on the breakwater. The views were lovely and it was cool seeing the light up close.

A great walk on a nice day. You have to pay attention though. The view is beautiful and the fresh air enjoyable.

So interesting even to see the huge stones that form this breakwater path. Walked early before the day turned rainy. Some cool black and white ducks were in water. Quite a bit of boat traffic to see. Would be nice to go inside but that’s only on some open house days.

It looked so long from the beach but we loved going and am happy we went. The only disappointment we had is that the lighthouse was closed and we thought it would be opened from literature we saw on shore.

Even if the lighthouse itself is not one of the best, but the aprox 2 km walking across the breakwater was an unique and awesome experience!

Don't take this walk lightly and be prepared. There are no facilities at the end, NO bathrooms or water, etc., so plan wisely. Take everything with you that you think you might need. Carefully watch your footing, as there are many large cracks in the breakwater. Otherwise the scene is beautiful! Clear water near the rocks of the breakwater, blending into rich deep blue as the sea runs into the horizon, sailboats anchored nearby or with sails full traveling to the distant coastline. The Lighthouse is the cherry on top at the end of the walk. We love them and check out all that we can. You can't go inside, but you can walk all around it. Also, be aware that once you get back to the parking area, there are no restroom facilities there either! A wonderful treat for us on a cool end of summer blue sky day!

My husband and I walked out to the light just before sunset. It was a great walk, and when we got to the end we looked back at the bay area. It was nice. There is a very small park prior to the breakwater to enjoy.

It's really an easy walk over some fairly even rocks to Breakwater light. I've read its a mile walk but it certainly doesn't feel that long. We were there in a full moon day at high tide and had to wade across the few of the rocks but they say that is an anomaly. But I would wear waterproof shoes take a jacket because it does get cold out there in the fall. You can't actually enter the lighthouse but there are some benches there that you can sit on and get a beautiful view of Rockland Harbor.

It's a long walk across what is said to be an uneven surface to the lighthouse. So I just went to the start of the breakwater and looked from there as my wife has knee problems and didn't want to walk out to it. This was the third lighthouse we saw that day. The parking lot is small but probably good enough most of the time

Visiting Rockland Breakwater Light is all about walking the 4364 foot breakwater. The breakwater was built in the late 1800's to protect Rockland Harbor. It is a truly fascinating and rewarding experience. When I began my walk on an early sunny Tuesday in late June, I had it all to myself. The enormous flat granite boulders are pieced together providing beauty with every step. But each is set inches from the other, so you much watch every step as you take it all in.
The lighthouse is great too, but check open hours if you want to go inside.
The Breakwater is just off the Samoset Resort property but can be accessed from Samoset Road, just a block south of the resort entrance. This is not a hard bucket list item to achieve, but if you are heading to midcoast Maine, you do not want to miss it.

The Breakwater is nearly 7/8 mile long, constructed of huge stone with some large crevasses in between some, and a tighter fit with others. You will see the lobster buoys, sailboats and schooners up closer. We even saw a seal playing near the light.
If it is a windy day, hang on to your hat!
Note that this walk is NOT wheelchair accessible nor stroller safe. We carried our 14 month old in a back carrier. I would not take a small child out because of the spaces between the rocks. I would also not recommend this walk if using a cane, or suffering an equilibrium imbalance.

What a lovely way to spend a morning. Long walk, but worth it. Wear comfortable shoes, and find your way along the granite blocks. Amazing views!

It is a nice walk out to the light house. There is no bathroom before the walk or information about the lighthouse. Wish there was.

During lunch we could see this in the distance so we drove round to it & walked out on huge cut rectangular granite blocks. It was well into the afternoon & parking was opening up. We enjoyed lovely sea are on all sides, as we trotted through lots of curious gulls, and walkers of all ages in both directions. The building boarded and locked up but the vista is nice.
Wear good approach shoes for the rough hard footing, bring a camera, & have fun! It took us about 40 minutes each way but we move quickly.

On our recent trip up the coast of Maine and into New Brunswick, Canada... we made an overnight stop in Rockland, Maine. We did a quick google search and realized the Rockland Breakwater Light was just a few minutes from our hotel (the Rockland Harbor Hotel). We took the advice of other reviewers and wore tennis shoes and took our bathroom breaks before going to this lighthouse; there are no bathrooms at the light. In addition it is a 7/8 mile walk each way to and from the light on some pretty uneven walking surfaces. BUT THE VIEWS!!!! Wow. We were able to literally walk out into the Bay (on a rock walkway) and enjoy the breeze and the sealife swimming by (we saw multiple LARGE jellyfish swimming by). It is breezy and a long walk so make sure to wear comfy tennis shoes, take your bathroom breaks before arriving and bring some water to drink.

A great walk into the middle of the ocean. Wonderful views to enjoy. Recommended if you are in town. Enjoy!

This is a very lovely spot with a lighthouse at the end of a somewhat treacherous 7/8 mile walk. It is hard to see the lighthouse from land, but there are benches and adequate parking for a stroll down to the beach.

Rock to rock you walk as you make your way out to the Lighthouse. You may often see harbor seals in the surrounding waters as well as the beautiful Cormorants

We were lucky to see the American Eagle, a 3 masted ship , cruise by the lighthouse. It is a nice walk , although on stones all the way out.

Loved the view! You have to watch your step, but the path isn't difficult. Nice little walking path with benches that lead to this. Will definitely be back.

It was fun to walk out on the breakwater. Need to watch where you step. We missed the time the lighthouse was open, but still enjoyed the hike.

This is on everyone's list for a reason - it is a lovely 7/8th mile walk out to the lighthouse with great views. The day went it was rather warm but still enjoyable!

Great morning walk out to the lighthouse. Almost a 2 mile round-trip on granite blocks to the light. The lighthouse, unfortunately, is only open a few times a year for tours, but the views of Rockland harbor are nice. Just gotta be careful not to hike out on days when there is going to be a really high tide, as the rocks will be awash and getting back to shore could be a problem.

I really enjoyed walking the mile out to the lighthouse. To think that it took 20 years to place that granite breakaway is just amazing. The day I went was very chilly ( for me) and windy. Some water splashed up and got me wet but I still enjoyed the exercise and seeing this lighthouse.

Great for an after dinner walk. It's about a mile out and back walk along a breakwater man made wall, so for those who think they might have an issue there are some gaps between the stones.