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Save the Date to Celebrate Pigeon Point Lighthouse’s 150th Anniversary by Lighting the Fresnel Lens
November 12th, 2022 @ 1:00pm - 7:00pm
Come celebrate Pigeon Point Lighthouse’s 150th anniversary (2022)! Tied for the tallest tower on the West Coast, this 115-foot tall structure has been guiding ships along California’s treacherous coast since it was first lit on November 15, 1872.
The celebration includes activities for the whole family with guided tours, information booths, live music, children’s crafts and activities, and a local maritime author. The original first order Fresnel lens from the tower will be lit in its current location in the Fog Signal Building from 5 to 7pm.
This is a free event. For more information, call (650) 879-2120. This event was made possible by Coastside State Parks Association and California State Parks.
Watch a Tour of the Inside of the Light House by
NBC’s California Live
Inside California’s Tallest Lighthouse
California Live’s Malou Nubla takes us inside, The Pigeon Point Lighthouse, one of the tallest lighthouses on the west coast. Located between San Francisco and Santa Cruz, the picturesque lighthouse stands ten-stories tall. Check out the spectacular views from the top!
The segment focused on the parks history and plans for restoration. It also includes some views from inside the tower and hostel cottages!
Visiting Pigeon Point Light Station
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The coastal areas surrounding Pigeon Point Light Station are rich with life. Marine mammals, such as seals and whales, can be seen regularly from shore as they pass by beyond the surf. The intertidal zone along this part of the coast, particularly in the rocky reefs that flank the light station, contains a diverse and numerous variety of plant and animal life.
In December 2001, a section of the iron belt course on the exterior of the lighthouse fell off. The lighthouse will remain closed until the structure can be restored. The lighthouse may still be viewed from the grounds. For more information go to Lighthouse Restoration
Tours: Half hour guided history walks around the lighthouse grounds are available staff permitting, or upon request by calling (650) 879-2120
Basic Park Information
DOGS are not permitted on the lighthouse grounds (except for service animals).
ADMISSION & PARKING is free.
SMOKING is not permitted in the park.
DRONES are not allowed in the park. To protect wildlife and cultural resources, and for the safety and welfare of visitors and staff, the park is closed to the use of Model Aircraft, Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS), and Gliders in flight.
FACILITIES — The park has restrooms near the parking lot and limited picnic tables. A park store is located in the historic carpenter’s shop. A small public beach is located 100 yards from the main parking lot.
PIGEON POINT HOSTEL is run by Hostelling International for guests who are interested in staying overnight. For more information and reservations, please click here.
WEDDING & SPECIAL EVENT PERMITS: SMPermits@parks.ca.gov or (650) 726-8819
FILM & PHOTOGRAPHY PERMITS: SMFilmPermits@parks.ca.gov or (650) 726-8815
