Hunting Island Light, National Historic Lighthouse in Hunting Island State Park, South Carolina.
The 136-foot tall conical structure features a cast-iron shell exterior and brick interior, with 167 steps leading to an observation deck.
The lighthouse, constructed in 1875 after Civil War delays, guided vessels between Charleston and Savannah while warning ships of dangerous coastal hazards.
The lighthouse served as a vital navigation point for maritime traffic and became an integral part of South Carolina's coastal protection system.
The structure remains closed for a 3-million-dollar restoration project until 2025, but visitors can still explore the surrounding grounds.
The segmented cast-iron design allows for complete disassembly and relocation, which proved valuable due to coastal erosion threats.
Location: Beaufort County
Inception: 1859
GPS coordinates: 32.37500,-80.43833
Latest update: March 7, 2025 20:23
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