Point Vicente Lighthouse
- Historic lighthouse
- Regional draw
- Rancho Palos Verdes
Point Vicente Lighthouse stands above the Catalina Channel in Rancho Palos Verdes.
Its white tower and cliff-top setting form a distinctive coastal landmark, visible from authorized public viewpoints nearby.
The Coast Guard grounds are normally closed, with interior access limited to announced open-house arrangements. Confirm a current public opening before expecting to enter the property or tower. The photograph shows the lighthouse across the coastal landscape rather than an unrestricted visitor route. Keep away from cliff edges and private or operational areas; nearby interpretive-center access follows separate arrangements.
Visitor details reviewed October 18, 2026. Check official visitor information for current access, admission, and operating arrangements. View on OpenStreetMap.
Image credit: Doug Kerr from Albany, NY, United States / Wikimedia Commons. Original source. CC BY-SA 2.0. Resized and converted to WebP; may be cropped for display.
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