The Lighthouse Circuit

Access, tours, hours, fees, and closures change often. Always verify with the official source before driving.

Regional circuit

Bay Area Islands & Headlands

Ferries, tunnels, and fog

2–3 daysBasecamps: San Francisco, Sausalito, RichmondFoggy, dramatic bridge views, unique access methods

Four standout stops you can do over a long weekend. East Brother is the ultimate Bay Area lighthouse experience — overnight at the B&B if you can swing it.

The route

  1. 01

    Alcatraz Island Light

    Ferry — exterior view during prison tour

  2. 02

    Point Bonita Lighthouse

    Marin Headlands — tunnel + suspension bridge

  3. 03

    East Brother Island Light Station

    Richmond — overnight B&B

  4. 04

    Point Reyes Lighthouse

    Wind, fog, 308 steps to the lens

Pro tip

Dress in layers. Marin and Point Reyes can be freezing when San Francisco is sunny.

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