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San Luis Obispo Lighthouse

🇺🇸Central and Southern California, USInactive

Location & Light Range

About San Luis Obispo Lighthouse

The San Luis Obispo Light Station, also referred to as the Point San Luis Lighthouse, is situated in Central and Southern California. This structure features a focal height of 12 meters. The light station is no longer operational. It is one of only two remaining Prairie Victorian model lighthouses found on the West Coast of the United States. A volunteer group, the Point San Luis Lighthouse Keepers, is currently undertaking its refurbishment.

Why it matters: The Point San Luis Lighthouse is recognized on the National Register of Historic Places.

Background
The Point San Luis Lighthouse, also known as the San Luis Obispo Light Station, is on the National Register of Historic Places. Located near Avila Beach and Port San Luis on the Central Coast of California in San Luis Obispo County, it is one of two Prairie Victorian model lighthouse left on the West Coast of the United States. It is being refurbished by the Point San Luis Lighthouse Keepers, a volunteer group. The other is Point Fermin Lighthouse in San Pedro.

Light & Optic

Flash Count
1 flash
Focal Height
12m

References & Identifiers

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Location

City
Central and Southern California
Country
🇺🇸US
Latitude
35.1603°
Longitude
-120.7611°

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which ports and harbors does San Luis Obispo Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
San Luis Obispo Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Port San Luis at 0.8 NM to the NE. Other ports served include Grover Beach (7.6 NM ESE), MORRO BAY (12.9 NM NNW), Cayucos (17.5 NM NNW), Creston (24.5 NM NNE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is San Luis Obispo Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
San Luis Obispo Lighthouse is currently listed as inactive. It may have been decommissioned, replaced by a different navigation aid, or temporarily taken out of service. Mariners should check the latest Notices to Mariners for current status.
What shipping routes pass near San Luis Obispo Lighthouse?+
San Luis Obispo Lighthouse is located within the US West Coast shipping lane — a major trans-Pacific trade route serving West Coast ports of the United States. This makes it an important navigation reference for commercial shipping traffic in the region.
How can I track vessels near San Luis Obispo Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near San Luis Obispo Lighthouse in real time using MarineRadar. The platform shows live AIS positions of ships in the area, including vessel name, type, flag, speed, and course. Use the "Track Vessels Nearby" button on this page to open the live map centered on this lighthouse.