Point Pinos Lighthouse
- Historic lighthouse
- Regional draw
- Pacific Grove
Point Pinos Lighthouse in Pacific Grove combines an active navigational light with preserved domestic rooms and maritime interpretation.
Its modest building and surviving Fresnel lens place lighthouse history within the practical lives of the keepers who maintained it.
Check the city’s current museum and grounds schedule before arriving. The photograph shows the lighthouse. Interior access, stairs and operational areas have separate restrictions, while grounds visits should respect wildlife and planted areas. Pets and drones are prohibited on the site; walk bicycles to designated parking and follow volunteer guidance.
Visitor details reviewed October 18, 2026. Check official visitor information for current access, admission, and operating arrangements. View on OpenStreetMap.
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