Point Arena Lighthouse
45500 Lighthouse Road, Point Arena, CA 95468
Hours open
Monday:
10:00 AM - 3:30 PM
Tuesday:
10:00 AM - 3:30 PM
Wednesday:
10:00 AM - 3:30 PM
Thursday:
10:00 AM - 3:30 PM
Friday:
10:00 AM - 3:30 PM
Saturday:
10:00 AM - 3:30 PM
Sunday:
10:00 AM - 3:30 PM
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About the Business
The Point Arena Lighthouse, located at 45500 Lighthouse Road in Point Arena, California, is a unique institution that offers a variety of experiences for visitors. This 154-year-old Light Station is a combination of a museum, park, store, and tourist attraction all in one. Visitors can climb to the top of the 115' tall Lighthouse Tower and enjoy breathtaking views of the Pacific Ocean, Manchester Beach, and the California Coastal National Monument. The Fog Signal Building Museum showcases the history and technology of the Light Station, including the original 1st Order Fresnel lens that was used from 1908 to 1977. The Light Station Store offers a wide selection of high-quality merchandise, from clothing to jewelry, books, and home decor.
Explore the 23-acre Outdoor Museum with its unique stone installations, native plant gardens, hiking trails, and whale watching spots. Stay in the historic Light Keeper's Cottages & Studios for an exclusive experience, complete with tours of the Lighthouse Tower and Fog Signal Building Museum. The institution is run by Point Arena Lighthouse Keepers, Inc., a non-profit organization dedicated to preserving the historic site for future generations.
The institution also hosts special events like night tours under the full moon, lectures, and book signings. Visitors can meet Arena Mina, the Guest Relations Manager and Rodent Control Specialist, as well as Tasi, the canine Guest Relations Manager. The institution aims to provide a fun and educational experience for all ages and budgets, with a focus on supporting the preservation of the Lighthouse.
Reviews
"I just visit museum and the top of the lighthouse, tour guides are kind, polite, patient and the most important knowledgeable. Also need to mention the main gate ticket seller lady is also very kind, I enjoyed the quick 20 min tour on that specific weather condition, the lighthouse and around stories was epic, I will come back for a few days summer time stay. 145 steps to top but, don’t worry there are four stop levels."
"We made a short visit to this lighthouse and came back very impressed with the views and history associated with this lighthouse. There is a small museum and gift shop where one gets to know about the importance and rich history of this lighthouse and how the technology of sending light beams and signals to seafarers kept on changing with time. Some of the old machinery and other interesting memorabilia is kept in this place and one can buy some relevant gifts. We went up the 145 steps of the lighthouse and were rewarded with spectacular views all round. We could see many species of birds and seals during our visit. On other days, people have been lucky to see whales, dolphins and other marine life. There is ample parking space and clean toilets for convenience. All in all an interesting place to visit!"
"Possibly one of the best getaways in Northern California! I spent three nights in the Keeper's Room and wished I could stay a whole week. The views are breathtakingly beautiful, even from the bedrooms. The only sound I heard in my room was the sound of the crashing waves outside. It's like the romantic ideal of staying at a lighthouse. I didn't see any whales or even Mina the cat, but I did see plenty of interesting water fowl. The people who work there are extremely friendly and helpful and of course, the lighthouse and small but incredibly informative and well done museum behind the gift shop are fascinating. Good food and more NorCal friendliness can be found in town, just a short drive away."
"We toured the tallest lighthouse on the west coast! Wow, that's a lot of steps to the top, but the view is worth it! The museum is small but it holds some cool stuff. We learned a lot about the lenses for the light and even the life of the lighthouse keepers. What a fun experience. My kids 10 and 5 loved it!"
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