Point Arena Lighthouse
Point Arena Light
One of the tallest lighthouses on the US West Coast, at about 35 m. You can climb 145 steps to the top for views of the headland and the Pacific.
The current lighthouse was rebuilt after the 1906 San Francisco earthquake. The museum displays a huge first-order Fresnel lens. Guided tower climbs cost extra, and admission starts at about US$10. The headland is surrounded by ocean on three sides, where sea lions and gray whales are often seen. Keeper's cottages are available to rent. It is about 60 km from Mendocino, roughly one hour one way.
Opening hours
Approx. 10:00 AM–4:30 PM
Nearby sights
- Point Arena-Stornetta Public Lands
- Bowling Ball Beach
- Greenwood State Beach (Elk)
- Navarro River Redwoods State Park
- Hendy Woods State Park
- Van Damme Pygmy Forest
- Van Damme State Park
- Anderson Valley