Old Point Loma lighthouse
Old Point Loma lighthouse, Maritime beacon at Point Loma peninsula, San Diego, United States
The lighthouse structure rises 14 meters above Point Loma peninsula, featuring a centered tower within a Cape Cod style two-story residential building.
The United States government constructed this lighthouse in 1855 following California's admission as a state, with initial funding of 90,000 dollars.
The Israel family maintained the lighthouse operations for 18 years, representing the dedication of keeper families who lived in isolation at this elevated station.
The National Park Service maintains the lighthouse interior with period furnishings from the 1880s and offers educational programs about maritime navigation history.
The lighthouse position at 422 feet above sea level made it the highest elevation lighthouse in the United States, yet fog often diminished its effectiveness.
Location: San Diego
Inception: 1855
Height: 14 m
GPS coordinates: 32.67212,-117.24058
Latest update: May 11, 2025 05:10
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