BaySights
Point Bonita Lighthouse sits atop a steep, rocky cliff, reached by a white suspension bridge stretching in from the left. The weathered lighthouse and adjoining building stand against a pale gray sky and calm blue-gray ocean, with visitors gathered along the viewing platform.

Point Bonita Lighthouse

Sausalito, CA

A historic lighthouse built in 1855 situated at the tip of Point Bonita, accessed via a half-mile trail that includes a hand-cut rock tunnel and a suspension bridge. The lighthouse marks the narrowest part of the entrance to San Francisco Bay. The surrounding cliffs drop steeply into the Pacific with views of the Farallon Islands on clear days.

Photography Guide

Best Time
afternoon
Crowds
Moderate
Shot Types
widelandscapedetail
Best Seasons
springsummerfall
Practical Tips
The lighthouse grounds are open Saturday through Monday only, 12:30 PM to 3:30 PM. The trail is narrow with steep drop-offs; bring sturdy shoes.

Is it a good day to go?

7-day outlook

Mild, dry days with light winds are the most comfortable for a visit.

Forecast by Open-Meteo. Verdicts weigh the forecast against the conditions that suit this spot.

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