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Punta Gorda Lighthouse

Petrolia, CA

History

An abandoned 1912 lighthouse on the Lost Coast, reached on a beach walk of about three miles from Mattole Beach. Check the tide table before you go.

Nearest town
Petrolia, CA
Category
History & culture
GPS
40.2493, -124.3503

Hours, fees and access change. Confirm with the operator or park before you go.

Good to know

Best time to go

JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec

The most pleasant months are usually June. Still fine, with some compromises, in April–May and July–October. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)

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Campsites nearby

  • Mattole CampgroundCampsite
    3 mi from Punta Gorda Lighthouse · 23 pitches
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    WebsiteOSMAdd to trip
  • Cuneo Creek Horse CampCampsite
    18 mi from Punta Gorda Lighthouse
    Drinking waterShowersToiletsDogs allowed
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  • Tolkan CampgroundCampsite
    19 mi from Punta Gorda Lighthouse · 9 pitches
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  • Albee Creek CampgroundCampsite
    19 mi from Punta Gorda Lighthouse · 40 pitches
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  • Hike-Bike CampCampsite
    24 mi from Punta Gorda Lighthouse · 3 pitches
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  • Burlington CampgroundCampsite
    24 mi from Punta Gorda Lighthouse · 54 pitches
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All campsites in California · Campsite data: © OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL 1.0 · Updated October 3, 2026

FAQs

Where is Punta Gorda Lighthouse?

Punta Gorda Lighthouse is in Petrolia, CA, at GPS 40.2493, -124.3503. It is about 12 mi from Honeydew.

Can you camp near Punta Gorda Lighthouse?

Yes. The nearest campsite listed in OpenStreetMap is Mattole Campground, about 3 mi away; within 25 mi there are 22 campsites and motorhome stopovers.

Which road trips pass Punta Gorda Lighthouse?

Punta Gorda Lighthouse is a stop on these CampingSpirit trip guides: The Lost Coast and Shelter Cove.

What is there to see near Punta Gorda Lighthouse?

Places worth a stop nearby: Black Sands Beach (20 mi), Avenue of the Giants (24 mi), Glass Beach (62 mi) and Sue-meg State Park (62 mi).

When is the best time to visit Punta Gorda Lighthouse?

The most pleasant months are usually June. Still fine, with some compromises, in April–May and July–October. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)