Point San Luis Light, Victorian lighthouse in Avila Beach, California.
Description
Point San Luis Light is a lighthouse on California's central coast situated on a promontory overlooking San Luis Bay. The structure features white walls with red roofs and marks an important navigational point for this coastal area.
History
The lighthouse began operating in 1890 in response to growing maritime traffic on California's coast during that era. Its construction was part of a larger effort to make seafaring safer at this strategic coastal location.
Culture
The lighthouse reflects Prairie Victorian architectural traditions that marked Pacific Coast maritime navigation during the late 1800s. You can see the style's defining features in the white walls and red roofs that still stand today.
Practical
The best way to visit the lighthouse is through a guided van tour offered on Wednesday through Saturday. Alternatively, you can hike the Pecho Coast Trail with knowledgeable guides who share information about the area.
Did you know?
The lighthouse was originally equipped with a specialized lens that sent colored light flashes across great distances. This technical feature was important at the time for safely guiding ships even in poor weather.
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