Cape St. George Light

Cape St. George Light is a brick tower standing about 70 feet (21.5 meters) tall on St. George Island at the entrance to Apalachicola Bay. The structure rises from sandy ground surrounded by coastal vegetation and faces the Gulf of Mexico, serving to guide maritime traffic through the waterway.

The original tower was built in 1833 and went through multiple reconstructions over the following decades. The current version was rebuilt in 2008 using salvaged bricks from the earlier structure, restoring it to serve future generations.

A volunteer group maintains a small museum in a nearby cottage, displaying nautical tools and the large lens that once projected light across the water. The space reflects how people have lived alongside this beacon for generations, caring for it as an important part of their local identity.

Those who climb the interior stairs can reach a viewing platform at the top with views across the bay and toward the open water. It is best to visit on clear days when visibility is good and the climb feels manageable.

The site hosts special nighttime visits during full moons, allowing visitors to experience the tower under moonlight with a different sense of place and scale. These evening climbs transform a familiar daytime landmark into something altogether different.

Location: Franklin County

Inception: 1833

Height: 21.5 m

Website: https://stgeorgelight.org

GPS coordinates: 29.58756,-85.04703

Latest update: December 11, 2025 11:09