Punta Gorda Lighthouse, located in Petrolia, California, is a historic lighthouse managed by the Bureau of Land Management. Built in 1911 and first lit in 1912, it served as a vital navigational aid until its deactivation in 1951 due to the high cost of maintenance.
This remote lighthouse, known as the "Alcatraz of Lighthouses," sits 12 miles south of Cape Mendocino within Humboldt County. Despite its challenging access via a short hike from the end of a 4WD road, Punta Gorda Lighthouse remains a significant landmark listed on the National Register of Historic Places, preserving a piece of maritime history for visitors to explore.
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