Jupiter Inlet Lighthouse
Florida
Jupiter Inlet Lighthouse is a lighthouse in Florida, first lit in 1860. Its official name is Jupiter Inlet Light. The tower stands 105 feet tall. It is an Outstanding Natural Area. The nearest other lighthouse is Hillsboro Inlet Lighthouse, 48 mi away. It is open to visitors.
Jupiter Inlet Lighthouse at a glance
Visiting
Open to visitors
Tower open to climb
First lit
1860
Tower height
105 ft
Light 154 ft above water
Official name
Jupiter Inlet Light
About Jupiter Inlet Lighthouse
The Jupiter Inlet Light is a lighthouse located in Jupiter, Florida, on the north side of the Jupiter Inlet. The site for the lighthouse was chosen in 1853.
Jupiter Inlet Lighthouse sits at 26.9491, -80.0834 in Florida. The closest other lighthouses are Hillsboro Inlet Lighthouse (48 mi), Cape Florida Lighthouse (89 mi) and Fowey Rocks Lighthouse (94 mi). Florida has 35 lighthouses in all.
Visiting Jupiter Inlet Lighthouse
Jupiter Inlet Lighthouse is open to visitors. Visitors can climb the tower to the top, 105 feet up. Hours and tour days change by season, so check locally before you go.
- Heritage status
- Outstanding Natural Area
- Architect
- George Meade
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Questions about Jupiter Inlet Lighthouse
Where is Jupiter Inlet Lighthouse?
Jupiter Inlet Lighthouse is in Florida, at 26.9491, -80.0834. The nearest other lighthouse is Hillsboro Inlet Lighthouse, 48 mi away.
Can you visit Jupiter Inlet Lighthouse?
Yes. Jupiter Inlet Lighthouse is open to visitors. Hours and tour days change through the year, so check before you go.
Can you climb Jupiter Inlet Lighthouse?
Yes. Visitors can climb the tower, which stands 105 feet tall. Climbs usually run on set days and seasons.
When was Jupiter Inlet Lighthouse built?
Jupiter Inlet Lighthouse was first lit in 1860.
How tall is Jupiter Inlet Lighthouse?
The tower is 105 feet (32 m) tall, and its light sits 154 feet above the water.
What lighthouses are near Jupiter Inlet Lighthouse?
The closest are Hillsboro Inlet Lighthouse (48 mi), Cape Florida Lighthouse (89 mi) and Fowey Rocks Lighthouse (94 mi).
Sources: history and visiting details from the Wikipedia article on Jupiter Inlet Light (CC BY-SA 4.0); facts and location from Wikidata. Photo credits are listed under each photo and on the photo credits page.