About the Robbins Reef Lighthouse
Welcome to Robbins Reef Lighthouse, a historic beacon of maritime heritage located in the scenic waters off Bayonne, New Jersey. Built in the late 19th century, Robbins Reef Lighthouse stands as a testament to the enduring spirit of the seafarers and the rich nautical history of the region.
Our lighthouse, affectionately known as "Kate's Light" in honor of its famed keeper, Kate Walker, offers visitors a unique glimpse into the past with its well-preserved structure and stunning views of the New York Harbor. Whether you're a history enthusiast, a lighthouse aficionado, or simply seeking a picturesque outing, Robbins Reef Lighthouse is a must-visit destination.
Explore the fascinating stories of the lighthouse keepers who once tended to its light and learn about the vital role Robbins Reef has played in guiding countless vessels safely to shore. Our knowledgeable guides are eager to share the captivating history and significance of this maritime treasure.
Join us for a tour and experience the charm and beauty of Robbins Reef Lighthouse. Conveniently located near Bayonne, New Jersey, we invite you to discover this iconic landmark and create lasting memories with your family and friends. Visit our website for tour schedules, ticket information, and more details on planning your visit. We look forward to welcoming you to Robbins Reef Lighthouse!
Reviews of Robbins Reef Lighthouse
"My grandson saw this lighthouse from Staten Island ferry. It is nice lighthouse. My grandson felt very excited."
"Great little lighthouse!"
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"While the modern Dutch seem to refer to seals as "De zeehond" in old Dutch the word was "robyn" and the word for reef was "ryft" that is how this came to be called Robbin's Reef, an anglicized version of Dutch 'Seal Reef'. I regularly paddle here from Midtown Manhattan, often leading tours for Manhattan Kayak Company. On a recent trip It took us 1 hour 19 mins to arrive from Pier 84. Now automated, the light has a storied history, its most famous keeper being Katie Walker, who took over after her husband’s untimely death. She is also credited with dozens of rescues. The lighthouse is now owned by the Noble Museum in Staten Island, which had begun restoring the quarters with plans to return them to the way they looked when Katie and her children lived here. The other room is supposed to be turned into a B&B, the way several historic lighthouses upstate on the Hudson have been. Originally constructed of granite in 1839, the station was rebuilt of cast iron in 1883; the tower reaches a height of 48 feet tall. While no longer present, looking at old black and white photos it is interesting to see the lighthouse's own rowboats hanging from davits about 20 feet above the water's surface, to protect them from rough seas."
"©Robbins Reef is situated near the entrance to Kill van Kull, a three-mile-long waterway linking Upper New York Bay to Newark Bay and one of the busiest ports in the eastern United States. The existing structure was built in 1883, replacing an octagonal stone tower built in 1839. It contained a circular staircase that provided access to the various levels of the tower and a ladder leading to the lantern room from which a fixed white light shone, produced by fifteen lamps set in sixteen-inch reflectors. Isaac Johnson, the light’s first keeper, first lit the lamps in 1839. It’s sometimes known as Kate’s Light for lightkeeper Kate Walker who cared for the station alone for 30 years following the death of her husband Captain John Walker in 1886.“Every morning when the sun comes up,” Kate once said, “I stand at the porthole and look towards his grave. Sometimes the hills are brown, sometimes they are green, sometimes they are white with snow. But always they bring a message from him, something I heard him say more often than anything else. Just three words: ‘Mind the light.’”"
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