Point Arena Lighthouse

Category: Historical landmark

Address: 45500 Lighthouse Rd, Point Arena, CA 95468, USA

Phone: +17078822809

Opening hours

Sunday: 10AM–4:30PM

Monday: 10AM–4:30PM

Tuesday: 10AM–4:30PM

Wednesday: 10AM–4:30PM

Thursday: 10AM–4:30PM

Friday: 10AM–4:30PM

Saturday: 10AM–4:30PM

Reviews

Christopher Mercado

Jul 20, 2022

The $5 per person fee was worth it just to see the lighthouse up close. We did not pay the extra fee to go up the tower (had our dog with us and didn't want to leave him in the car). Dog-friendly grounds, even inside the store. Worth the 5-minute walk to the gazebo to get a different view of the lighthouse and the coast. Bathrooms available past the kiosk (have to pay), they're in their own outdoor building. Only 4 stars not because anything was bad, but because it wasn't overly exciting and you can see the lighthouse from farther away where you don't have to pay.

Glow

Jul 15, 2022

If you are interested in some history and watching the view of the landscape, this is a great place to relax. There is a small museum and shop in this area. Costs about $5 for entry and another $5 for a tour to climb the stairs up to the top of the lighthouse. It’s about 150 years old, but it has been rebuilt and renovated because the earthquake destroyed it in the early 1900s

Athul Manoharan

Jul 13, 2022

Calm and serene atmosphere. Make sure you book your time slot before visiting the light House. They usually stop admitting new guests by 4:30 (not 100% sure). The fog warning tower houses a small museum the entry fee is ~$10. Ample parking is available both inside and outside the lighthouse gate. You can actually rent the old lighthouse keeper's quarters for vacation.

Adam Cook

May 12, 2022

One of the many lighthouse still on the California coast, Point Arena has been for in films such as Need for Speed. Despite it's Hollywood fame, the lighthouse and the grounds are a worth while stop if on the cost. You are able to go into the lighthouse on tours which offers some amazing high level views of the area. The staircase to the top is the classic spiral design you see in classic photos of lighthouse keepers maintaining the light. The drive to the lighthouse is fun and offers some great picture opportunities of the coast and possibly to take pictures of your car along the coast.

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Questions & Answers

Where is the lighthouse b&b?

Arnold Moya | Jun 29, 2021
David Garrison | Jun 30, 2021

There are units for rent right in the shadow of the lighthouse.

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Is there a place to spend the night?

Arnold Moya | Jun 29, 2021
Sam | Jun 30, 2021

Yes it is

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Is the lighthouse / gazebo available for small weddings? Thinking under 10 people

S Kochems | Jan 25, 2021
Ralph Hershberger | Jan 26, 2021

I'm guessing that you could reserve it for anything since it's private property but it is closed currently due to covid

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Is the high building open now???

hazel huhu | Jan 25, 2021
Edwin Lim | Jan 26, 2021

The lighthouse tower is only opened to those staying in the lighthouse B&B.

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Are there any erosion-control measures being taken to keep the light station from falling into the ocean?

Fire Buff | Jan 26, 2020
Mark Hancock | Jan 27, 2020

Carissa's answer is correct, the erosion problem she references is actually on our Gazebo Peninsula which is across a small bay from the Lighthouse peninsula. We have had a certified Geologist assess the Lighthouse peninsula and there are a few possible potential fissures across it that could become problematic in the future but we can't be sure without some high tech analysis, like ground penetrating radar or core sample drilling, neither of which this non-profit can afford! Rene is probably thinking about another lighthouse, ours has never been moved. The original 1870 Lighthouse Tower was damaged in the 1906 earthquake, was torn down and the current Lighthouse built to replace it. The current Tower was built in the same location as the first Tower. Thanks for visiting and responding! Mark Hancock Executive Director

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Is there an area for swimming nearby? I've been wanting to visit for a few years but haven't had the vacation time to drive out there from Texas until now.

Scott Jackson | Jan 26, 2020
Justin Foster | Jan 27, 2020

The community center has an indoor pool

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What are the hours when you can climb the lighthouse? How far is it from US1?

Gale Malone | Jan 26, 2019
John E Henderson | Jan 27, 2019

Hours vary seasonally. Docents provide tours regularly. Call or check website. It's 1 1/2 miles from Hwy 1

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How much does it cost to stay at the lighthouse? How far in advance do i need to make reservations?

Terri M | Jan 26, 2018
Loves Traveling | Jan 27, 2018

Easy to find this info on AirBNB. Price depends on the size of the unit. Availability calendar on AirBNB website, too.

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