Lighthouses Near San Diego, California
There are 3 lighthouses within 60 miles of San Diego, and one of them is open to visit. The closest is Ballast Point Lighthouse, 4.4 mi away, and the best known nearby are Old Point Loma Lighthouse and New Point Loma Lighthouse. You can climb the tower at Old Point Loma Lighthouse.
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Lighthouses you can visit near San Diego
Nearest first, with tours, a museum, an overnight stay or grounds open to walk. Hours change by season, so check before you go.
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All 3 lighthouses within 60 miles of San Diego
Distances are in a straight line from the city center; the drive is longer, and offshore lights are seen from the water or the shore.
- Ballast Point Lighthouse California4.4 mi
- Old Point Loma Lighthouse California5.4 mi · Open, climb the tower
- New Point Loma Lighthouse California5.7 mi
Questions about lighthouses near San Diego
What is the closest lighthouse to San Diego?
Ballast Point Lighthouse is the closest, 4.4 mi away in a straight line. Next are Old Point Loma Lighthouse (5.4 mi) and New Point Loma Lighthouse (5.7 mi).
How many lighthouses are near San Diego?
There are 3 lighthouses within 60 miles of San Diego, CA, all of them within 30 miles.
Which lighthouses near San Diego can you visit?
One of the 3 is open for tours, a museum or a walk around the grounds. The nearest is Old Point Loma Lighthouse (5.4 mi). Hours change by season, so check before you go.
Can you climb a lighthouse near San Diego?
Yes. Old Point Loma Lighthouse (5.4 mi) opens its tower to climb, usually on set days and seasons.