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  1. Only a small number of lenses installed in U.S. lighthouses were not French-made. That the Old Point Loma Lighthouse continues to be visited and treasured by thousands of people is a wonder, and certainly, testament to decades of dedication by Cabrillo National Monument.

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      Directions to Cabrillo National Monument. Maps. Traffic and...

    • Alerts & Conditions

      Cabrillo National Monument is a smoke-free park. All areas...

    • Things to Do

      A visit to Cabrillo National Monument offers tremendous...

    • Fees & Passes

      Cabrillo National Monument Annual Pass - $35 (U.S. Dollars)...

    • Nearby Attractions

      Cabrillo National Monument is located within the city of San...

    • Accessibility

      In October 2005, Cabrillo National Monument was recognized...

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      For the safety of the fragile ecosystem and the comfort of...

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    • Operating Hours & Seasons

      Lighthouse : 5:00 PM : Military History Exhibit: 5:00 PM :...

  2. Today, the Old Point Loma Lighthouse still stands watch over San Diego, sentinel to a vanished past. The National Park Service has refurbished the interior to its historic 1880s appearance - a reminder of a bygone era. Ranger-led talks, displays, and brochures are available to explain the lighthouse’s interesting past.

  3. Apr 30, 2024 · A Voyage of Exploration at Cabrillo National Monument. Climbing out of his boat and onto shore in 1542, Juan Rodriguez Cabrillo stepped into history as the first European to set foot on what is now the West Coast of the United States.

  4. The Old Point Loma Lighthouse is the highest point in the park and has been a San Diego icon since 1855. The lighthouse was closed in 1891, and a new one opened at a lower elevation, because fog and low clouds often obscured the light at its location 129 meters (422 feet) above sea level.

  5. Feb 4, 2024 · Plan Your Visit. Colorful sea stars can be found in the tidepools at Cabrillo National Monument. Here you can find out general information about the park such as operating hours, Fees, Permits, current conditions, rules about pets and other basic information.

  6. Oct 18, 2021 · Visit the Cabrillo National Monument and Point Loma Lighthouse in San Diego. One of the best attractions to visit in San Diego.

  7. Dec 30, 2018 · The original Point Loma Lighthouse is the centerpiece of the Cabrillo National Monument. The monument honors Portuguese explorer Juan Rodriguez Cabrillo. He was the first European to discover the San Diego Bay and chart the coast of California.

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