Wonder of Wonders:
The Point San Luis Lighthouse Park enjoys dramatic vistas stretching from Avila to Vandenberg. Whales, Sea Lions and Otters are frequently seen leaping or cavorting on the surface.
Experience a rich history on the grounds, in the Lighthouse, the Hornhouse, and other structures. If you’d like to visit, click on our TOURS PAGE HERE.
Trolley Tours:
Travel back in time in our classic trolley to the historic Light Station Park. Tours are every Saturday at 12 PM, 1 PM, and 2 PM. Fares include the cost of docent led tours in the Lighthouse & Head Keepers Quarters.
For Reservations (click for reservation), or call (855) 533-7843.
NEWS:
What people are saying about visiting the lighthouse. - Read visitor testimonials
History:
In 1867 President Andrew Johnson issued an executive order directing the Department of the Interior “to take the necessary steps to cause the reservation for Light House purposes of an area … of land at … Point San Luis”. The first pier at Port San Luis was built the next year. Congressman Romaldo Pacheco of San Luis Obispo introduced a bill in 1877 to build a lighthouse at Point San Luis. Construction would not commence until 1889. By 1890 whaling vessels, cargo ships, tankers and fishing boats were all guided around the treacherous point into the safe harbor. Read more
Until 1933 the Lighthouse projected a beam of light 20 miles out to sea from one kerosene lamp set high in its tower, by collecting all the lamp’s light with over 100 Lenses made by French craftsman. View architectural drawings of the light.
Join in the Fun and Fulfillment:
The Point San Luis Lighthouse Keepers volunteers have put in over 65,000 hours of work restoring the Lighthouse, Head Keeper’s Quarters, and Hornhouse. Historic Gardens, Dormitories, Workshops and Livestock buildings are now being restored for visitor services and education. If you’d like to join, volunteer or contribute please click HERE.
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