![]() NPS Welcome to the Point Bonita Lighthouse!Starting July 13, 2025 the Point Bonita Trail and pedestrian tunnel leading out to the lighthouse will be open and staffed Thursday - Monday from 12:30 PM –3:30 PM (Last entry through the tunnel is at 3:20pm). Please Note: the suspension bridge that leads to the lighthouse will be closed for maintenance for the foreseeable future. Visitors can access the viewing platform during open hours but cannot cross the bridge or enter the lighthouse.We apologize for any inconvenience. CURRENT HOURS / DAYS OF OPERATION:
* Ranger / Docent led "Light Chats" take place prior to opening at 12:15pm at the entrance to the Point Bonita Trail outside the pedestrian tunnel. Additional Ranger led "Light Chats" take place throughout open hours as staffing permits. When visiting the Point Bonita Lighthouse during any of the above open hours of operation, no reservation is required and visiting the site is free of charge. ** Please note: Point Bonita Lighthouse does close for inclement weather * A Brief History of the Point Bonita LighthouseA secret jewel of the Bay Area, the Point Bonita Lighthouse, built in 1855, was the third lighthouse built on the West Coast and helped shepherd ships through the treacherous Golden Gate straits. Today, the lighthouse is still active and is maintained by the U.S. Coast Guard. Discover Point Bonita's wild landscape, geology and fascinating history by hiking the partially steep half mile trail to the Point Bonita Lighthouse! Tips and Highlights
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Last updated: July 24, 2025