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Piedras Blancas Light Station
15950 Cabrillo Highway, San Simeon, California, United States
About the Piedras Blancas Light Station
Piedras Blancas Light Station is a historic lighthouse located at 15950 Cabrillo Highway in San Simeon, California. This iconic tourist attraction offers visitors a glimpse into the maritime history of the region, showcasing the importance of lighthouses in guiding ships along the coast. The picturesque setting of the light station, overlooking the Pacific Ocean, provides a unique and memorable experience for tourists looking to explore the rich heritage of California's coastline. Guided tours and educational exhibits are available to visitors, offering a fascinating look into the life of lighthouse keepers and the technology behind these beacons of light. Whether you're a history buff or simply looking for a scenic spot to visit, Piedras Blancas Light Station is a must-see destination on California's Central Coast.
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15950 Cabrillo Hwy, San Simeon, CA 93452, United States
Opening hours of Piedras Blancas Light Station
Monday:
Day off
Tuesday:
10:00 - 12:00
Wednesday:
Day off
Thursday:
10:00 - 12:00
Friday:
Day off
Saturday:
10:00 - 12:00
Sunday:
Day off
Reviews of Piedras Blancas Light Station
"We had a very interesting, informative, and enjoyable visit to the lighthouse. Knowledgeable guides as well."
"A beautiful lighthouse with amazing views. It also has a great history, and it is an active federal wildlife research place. I love how this place is still in operation after all these years. The mission of the light station may have changed from guiding ships to wildlife research. But it's a pretty cool place to visit. I recommend this place but you must buy a ticket ahead of time before you can enter. There is no other way to visit the lighthouse."
"We signed up for the tour while we were in SLO on vacation. It was a pleasant way to spend a morning, but it was nothing fancy. You start off by meeting a docent in an abandoned motel parking lot about 1.5 miles north of the lighthouse. Make sure you show up early so you can go enjoy the views of the ocean behind the old motel. Then they lead you through some locked gates into the lighthouse parking lot. From there, you’re split into two groups. Unfortunately, we got the sleepy old guy as our guide. He looked like he was falling asleep as he spoke, yet he was very knowledgeable. Everyone in the group was looking at each other with confused smiles cuz he really looked and sounded like he needed a nap. The other group had a very energetic guide who was quite funny. (The groups were rather close to each other, so we could hear them) After about 30 minutes of the guided tour, you are free to go walk the grounds for about 1 hour, then they ask everyone to leave so they can lock the gate. You can go into the lighthouse, but not up the stairs. You can go into the foghorn building, but it’s completely empty. You can go into the fuel/oil storage building, but it too is completely empty. Be aware that the lighthouse no longer has a light on top due to a major earthquake sometime back, so you’re just seeing the bottom 2/3 base of the structure."
"What a great experience of the lighthouse tour! Come here in July 4th holiday, has the best ocean view, flower bloom and lighthouse iconic buildings. Since appointment is needed, very quiet even in holiday, the volunteers provide great tour for the history and how the lamo works. Unforgettable moment when the morning fog goes away and the sky and ocean turns into clean in just minutes"
"Sooooo much wildlife to explore here! You will be able to hear the California Sea Lions and watch them play. You might be able to catch the otters, and you will certainly be able to see the Elephant Seals if you walk along the path! You can't miss the pelicans as they fly over, and all of the different birds that make the Rock's white (hence the name, Piedras Blancas). What a treat!! Depending on the time of year, you may very well be able to see the whales as they swim very close to shore right here! You will want to make your reservation in advance and double-check to make sure that the lighthouse is open and taking tours. Hours will vary during the summertime."
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