Way back in the olden times, there was a LOT of ocean traffic along the Redwood Coast. Shipping was the way to get people and stuff back and forth between the abundant and beautiful region up here, and the bustling hungry building-crazy boom towns in the San Francisco Bay area. We sent them tan bark, redwood lumber, ocean products, and stories of the endless forests, wildlife and hot springs! They sent us tourists and workers. Long before the Golden Gate Bridge and Highway One existed, there were ferries, stage coaches and schooners in constant motion along this area!
One wonderful survivor of those glorious days is our very own Point Arena Lighthouse. What was a Coast Guard Station and light at the western point of land to keep ships safe, is now a fantastic visitor destination. They have a few vacation cottages, a museum, and you can tour the lighthouse, too! The views from the point are incredible, and during whale season, it’s a real treat. This year marks their centennial, and they’re puttin’ on a big shindig to celebrate. Read all about it! save-the-light-dinner
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