Mistake Island Explained

Mistake Island is an island in Washington County, in the U.S. state of Maine. The island contains little vegetation.[1] Mistake Island has been noted for its unusual place name.[2]

Moose Peak Light stands high atop Mistake Island.[3] The lighthouse is closed to general visitors.[4]

References

44.475°N -67.5361°W

Notes and References

  1. Book: Survey, U.S. Coast and Geodetic. Atlantic Local Coast Pilot: Sub-division 1: Passamaquoddy Bay to Schoodic. 1879. U.S. Government Printing Office. 62.
  2. Book: Vietze, Andrew Dr.. Insiders' Guide to the Maine Coast. 15 July 2009. Rowman & Littlefield. 978-0-7627-5608-7. 189.
  3. Book: Atlantic Boating Almanacs: Maine To Cape Cod, Ma. 1 December 2003. ProStar Publications. 978-1-57785-501-9. 172.
  4. Book: Rhein, Michael. Lighthouses - A Spotter's Guide: The Essential Enthusiast's Handbook. 1 August 2011. Andrews UK Limited. 978-1-887354-79-0. 97.

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