Alligator Reef Light
Alligator Reef Light, Pile lighthouse near Indian Key, Florida, US.
The 136-foot-tall iron structure consists of an octagonal pyramid skeleton framework on black piles, containing a square dwelling and stair cylinder.
The lighthouse, named after the US Navy schooner Alligator that grounded in 1822, began operations in 1873 and guided vessels through Florida Keys waters.
The lighthouse stands as a representation of 19th-century maritime engineering, earning recognition on the National Register of Historic Places.
Solar-powered lights illuminate the structure, providing navigation assistance with white light reaching 16 nautical miles and red light extending 13 nautical miles.
Friends of the Pool received ownership in 2021, initiating a 6 million dollar restoration project to preserve this maritime landmark.
Location: Monroe County
GPS coordinates: 24.85167,-80.61833
Latest update: September 23, 2025 14:24
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