Matagorda Island Lighthouse
Matagorda Island Lighthouse, Navigational lighthouse in Calhoun County, United States.
The cast iron structure stands 24 meters tall on Matagorda Island, featuring a conical tower that guides vessels entering Matagorda Bay through Pass Cavallo.
The lighthouse was built in 1852 under authorization from the Congress of the Republic of Texas and underwent reconstruction in 1873 following damage during the Civil War.
Maritime families maintained this navigational beacon for over a century until 1956, with their legacy preserved in a nearby cemetery where keepers rest.
Access to the lighthouse requires a boat ride, and visitors need either a Limited Public Use Permit or an Annual Public Hunting Permit for island activities.
A solar-powered marine lantern installed in 1999 reactivated the lighthouse for the millennium celebration after years of inactivity.
Location: Calhoun County
Inception: 1852
Height: 24 m
Made from material: cast iron
Address: Matagorda Island
GPS coordinates: 28.33789,-96.42408
Latest update: March 4, 2025 21:00
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