Egmont Key Light, Lighthouse at entrance of Tampa Bay, Florida, United States.
The white brick lighthouse tower rises 87 feet above the northern end of Egmont Key, marking the entrance to Tampa Bay since 1858.
Confederate forces removed the original Fresnel lens during the Civil War, which was later restored when Union forces regained control of the structure.
The lighthouse stands as part of a National Wildlife Refuge where visitors observe shore birds, gopher tortoises, and maritime activities.
Access to the lighthouse requires a boat trip from Fort De Soto Park, with visitors needing to bring water and supplies as no facilities exist on the island.
Beach erosion has repeatedly threatened the structure, leading to sand replenishment efforts to protect the oldest functioning lighthouse in the Tampa Bay area.
Location: Pinellas County
Inception: 1848
Height: 26 m
GPS coordinates: 27.60083,-82.76083
Latest update: March 8, 2025 23:24
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