Piedras Blancas Light Station

Tours enter the lighthouse but you cannot walk up to the top of the tower due to safety concerns.

Piedras blancas light station. 70 000 was allocated for the project. Piedras blancas light station natural area is located seven miles north of san simeon along the san luis obispo coast. As a result visitors to the piedras blancas light station have access to wildlife viewings and scenic vistas. The grounds are surrounded by endless wildlife from the elephant seals to sea otters and even peregrine falcons.

Observe migrating whales seabirds california sea lions sea otters. Located on a rugged windswept point of land six miles north of hearst castle along california s scenic highway one the lighthouse was first illuminated in 1875 and today beckons the visitor for respite from the modern world. The piedras blancas marine sanctuary boasts kelp forests quiet beaches elephant seal habitats and tidepools all protected through the california marine life protection act of 1999. Work began in 1874 but it took until 1875 to complete.

If you book with tripadvisor you can cancel up to 24 hours before your tour starts for a full refund. Piedras blancas marine life. The light station is managed as a historic park and wildlife sanctuary. Piedras blancas light station provides a glimpse into our nation s past when lighthouses served a vital role in maritime navigation.

The piedras blancas light station is a historic landmark on california s central cost. Piedras blancas lighthouse s fascinating history. We recommend booking piedras blancas light station tours ahead of time to secure your spot. Do not wait at the gate to the light station.

The lighthouse which was established in 1875 is missing its top but it still is photogenic and the history to be learned here is worth the small price of a tour. Meet at the old piedras blancas motel 1 5 miles north of the light station see map at left. The lighthouse continues to serve as an aid to navigation. A vega vrb 25 produces a flash every 10 seconds.

See all 2 piedras blancas light station tours on tripadvisor. Located on a rugged windswept point of land six miles north of hearst castle along california s scenic highway one the lighthouse was first illuminated in 1875 and today beckons the visitor for respite from the modern world. Wheelchairs and strollers are available upon request. They offer guided tours have pristine grounds and offer a gift shop with artifacts that date back to the 1800 s.

The point of land at piedras blancas was chosen the early 1870 s to fill a gap between lights at point conception and point sur. Piedras blancas light station outstanding natural area is part of the california coastal national monument. The piedras blancas light station association is a non profit partner of the blm helping to raise funds for restoration and maintenance.