SAMPLE - Havre de Grace Promenade (new style)

Published Oct. 30, 2026 | Last updated: Oct. 30, 2026

Photo: “Concord Point Lighthouse” by darlingtrk, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons.

Picture this. You walk out on wooden boards over the water. Waterfowl drift by. At the end stands a granite tower that has watched this river since 1827. That is the walk from Tydings Park to Concord Point Lighthouse.

The lighthouse is closed November through March, except for special events. So if you go this winter, plan on the walk and the views. Save the climb for spring.

What is the Havre de Grace Promenade?

The Promenade is a boardwalk with a view of the Susquehanna River. It sits next to Tydings Park, the Decoy Museum, the Maritime Museum and Concord Point Lighthouse.

The city's tourism site says visitors come to watch waterfowl and read signs about the Chesapeake Bay.

The waterfront boardwalk in Havre de Grace in the fall.

Photo: “Havre de Grace, Maryland” by Patrick Nouhailler, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons.

Here's my favorite part. You can link a museum, a lighthouse and a waterfront walk in one easy outing.

Walk the route, stop by stop

Tap a stop to see what's there.

Tydings Park, where the Promenade begins.

Photo: “Tydings Memorial Park Havre de Grace” by Thayer Young, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons.

What is Concord Point Lighthouse?

Concord Point Lighthouse is a 30-foot granite tower in Concord Point Park. It overlooks the spot where the Susquehanna River meets the Chesapeake Bay. The group that runs it, the Friends of Concord Point Lighthouse, shares these facts:

• Built in 1827 by John Donahoo
• Made of local Port Deposit granite, with walls 3 feet thick at the base
• The first keeper was John O'Neill, a hero of the War of 1812
• The light was automated in 1920 and taken out of service in 1975
• The keeper's house was built in 1827 too, about 200 feet from the tower

Can you climb Concord Point Lighthouse?

Yes, and it's free during the season. Inside you climb 27 granite steps and then an 8-rung iron ladder to the lantern. You must be at least 42 inches tall to climb to the top.

See the waterfront

Photo by Dough4872, CC BY-SA 4.0

Photo by Ted Kerwin, CC BY 2.0

Photo by darlingtrk, CC BY 2.0

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Where is it? Map and parking

The lighthouse address is 714 Concord St., Havre de Grace, MD 21078. The lighthouse site does not list parking details, so check the city's tourism site for parking options before you go.

Make a day of it

Heading out for the holidays? My Havre de Grace holiday guide has the lights, events and dates. You can also see my Santa in Harford list and the full 2026 holiday hub. You can find every post on my Harford County blog.

What's it like living in Havre de Grace?

Havre de Grace is a small waterfront city with a walkable downtown. If you'd love a home where a walk on the Promenade is part of your routine, look at Havre de Grace and nearby Aberdeen. I'll show you what's for sale. Call or text me at (443) 617-2099.

FAQ

About the author: Josh Tessier is a Harford County REALTOR® with the Lee Tessier Team at eXp Realty, based in Bel Air. He has 16+ years in real estate and has sold 600+ homes personally (5,900+ for the Lee Tessier Team). He lives in Harford County and is raising his family here. Call or text (443) 617-2099.
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Sources

Checked Oct. 30, 2026.

1. Concord Point Lighthouse, Visit
2. Concord Point Lighthouse, History and Restoration
3. Concord Point Lighthouse, Contact
4. Explore Havre de Grace, Havre de Grace Promenade
5. Explore Havre de Grace, Parks and Trails