Point Reyes Lighthouse is located in the foggiest area known in California, making it necessary to build it at the bottom of a cliff near the water to be visible to seamen navigating through the fog and along the coast in a rough storm.
The Lighthouse Visitor Center, located on the west side of Point Reyes peninsula, gives information on the structure erected in 1870 and about the lifesaving services performed during the 125 years it was used as a navigational guide.
The original clockworks and first-order Fresnel lens manufactured in 1867 are on display during limited hours, weather permitting.
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