Tibbetts Point Lighthouse
Cape Vincent, NY
A white lighthouse where Lake Ontario flows into the St. Lawrence River; a great sunset spot and a good place to watch ships.
- Nearest town
- Cape Vincent, NY
- Category
- Scenic viewpoints
- GPS
- 44.1003, -76.3708
Hours, fees and access change. Confirm with the operator or park before you go.
Good to know
Best time to go
The most pleasant months are usually June and August–September. Still fine, with some compromises, in May and July. Cold, short days in November–March. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)
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Campsites nearby
- Black River Bay CampgroundsMotorhome stopover17 mi from Tibbetts Point LighthouseMotorhomes
- Willows on the LakeCampsite19 mi from Tibbetts Point LighthouseTentsCaravans
- Motorhome stopover · ClaytonMotorhome stopover22 mi from Tibbetts Point LighthouseMotorhomes
- Love's RV HookupMotorhome stopover23 mi from Tibbetts Point Lighthouse · 5 pitchesMotorhomes
- Swan Bay ResortCampsite24 mi from Tibbetts Point Lighthouse
All campsites in New York · Campsite data: © OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL 1.0 · Updated October 3, 2026
FAQs
Where is Tibbetts Point Lighthouse?
Tibbetts Point Lighthouse is in Cape Vincent, NY, at GPS 44.1003, -76.3708. It is about 11 mi from Kingston.
Can you camp near Tibbetts Point Lighthouse?
Yes. The nearest campsite listed in OpenStreetMap is Black River Bay Campgrounds, about 17 mi away; within 25 mi there are 5 campsites and motorhome stopovers.
Which road trips pass Tibbetts Point Lighthouse?
Tibbetts Point Lighthouse is a stop on these CampingSpirit trip guides: Lake Ontario and the Thousand Islands.
What is there to see near Tibbetts Point Lighthouse?
Places worth a stop nearby: Wellesley Island State Park (23 mi), Boldt Castle (28 mi), Fort Ontario (44 mi) and Skaneateles (80 mi).
When is the best time to visit Tibbetts Point Lighthouse?
The most pleasant months are usually June and August–September. Still fine, with some compromises, in May and July. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)