The Lighthouse Circuit

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

Regional circuit

Southern California

San Diego to Santa Barbara

3–4 daysBasecamps: San Diego, San Pedro, VenturaUrban coastal, easy driving, military and maritime history

Eight lighthouses across the LA basin and points south. Mostly drive-up access, a few view-only stops, and one ferry (Anacapa) for the adventurous.

The route

  1. 01

    Old Point Loma Lighthouse

    San Diego

  2. 02

    New Point Loma Lighthouse

    San Diego — active aid

  3. 03

    Point Fermin Lighthouse

    San Pedro — Victorian Stick-Eastlake

  4. 04

    Los Angeles Harbor Light

    San Pedro — view only

  5. 05

    Point Vicente Lighthouse

    Rancho Palos Verdes

  6. 06

    Point Hueneme Lighthouse

    Port Hueneme — restricted

  7. 07

    Anacapa Island Light Station

    Channel Islands — ferry required

  8. 08

    Santa Barbara Lighthouse

    Santa Barbara — view only

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