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Pigeon Point Lighthouse

ExplorePescadero, Peninsula4.6/5

Om Dette Sted

One of the tallest lighthouses on the West Coast at 115 feet, with a short 10-minute walk from parking. Kids can spot sea lions, search for whales, and explore tide pools on the beach below. Visitor Center open Thu-Mon 10am-4pm.

Info

Aldersgruppe

2-5, 5-8, 8-12

Type Sted

Outdoor

Prisniveau

Free

Bedste Tidspunkt

Dec-May for whale watching; low tide for tide pools; clear days for views

Parkering

Free parking lot off Highway 1. Easy access from lot to lighthouse.

Tips

Grounds open 8am-sunset daily, free admission. Wooden staircase leads to a beach with tide pools at low tide. Look for sea lions on the rocks and passing whales (Dec-May).

KlapvognsvenligPuslebord--Spisemuligheder--Reservation Påkrævet--

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