Point Vicente Lighthouse — Attraction in Rancho Palos Verdes

Just had to tell you about this gem of a spot we stumbled upon—Point Vicente Lighthouse in Palos Verdes. So, it’s tucked away on the National Register of Historic Places, and let me tell you, it’s got charm in spades. The lighthouse itself is like a beacon of nostalgia, managed by the Coast Guard but not your typical tourist trap since it’s usually closed to the public.

But here’s the kicker, right next door is this park that’s nothing short of magical. It’s like Mother Nature went all out with a paintbrush. We go there every time we’re visiting the kiddo, and it’s the perfect slice of serenity. You’ve got families picnicking, couples tying the knot, and photographers capturing that Hollywood magic—yeah, it’s a hot spot for movie shoots too!

And the sunsets? Absolutely unreal. It’s like the sky’s putting on a show just for us, with the ocean playing the perfect backdrop. No wonder it’s a hit for wedding photos. Plus, parking’s a breeze, which is a godsend in LA, right?

So, next time you’re looking for a place to unwind, or just want to catch a sunset that’ll knock your socks off, Point Vicente’s got you covered. Trust me, it’s...

Point Vicente Lighthouse is beautiful stop on your coastal drive out of Long Beach north to Rancho Palos Verdes and beyond! Located between Point Loma Lighthouse to the south and Point Conception Lighthouse to the north. The lighthouse was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1980.The lighthouse is owned by the United States federal government and is managed by the United States Coast Guard. A stop for a visit or picknik makes for a great visit and an excellent sunset spot for pictures and IG's ! . . . . #pointvicentelighthouse #iloveligthouses #palosverdes #ranchopalosverdes #californiadreamin #californiadreaming #pacificocean #labucketlist #photoops #waynesalvatti #photografxworldwide #takeapicture #picturespots...

I really enjoyed stopping here for a nice picnic. Numerous tables to sit at. Nice views of the Pacific Ocean. However the lighthouse was fenced off, so we couldn’t actually walk up to it. We could only view it from a distance. Sadly there was a lot of trash in the ocean so it wasn’t ecstatically appealing as it could have been with the views of the lighthouse. That’s why I gave it 4 stars. There’s a welcome center there that was closed. Nice, clean bathrooms. There’s also another area closer to the lighthouse as you’re entering off the main road that has grass, w some trees for shade. We did not get a chance to walk the trail there along the ocean. No tickets needed to visit,...