Point Sur Lightstation and Point Pinos Lighthouse Volunteer Opportunity: Training to lead tours, operate the visitors' center, or help maintain historic buildings begins with an introductory meeting on Sunday, February 19 at 1:30 PM at State Parks Headquarters, 2211 Garden Road (near airport), Monterey. The first Training Class is scheduled for Tuesday, February 28th at 7:00 PM, also at 2211 Garden Road. Information on volunteering is available on the Web at www.pointsur.org by clicking on the Volunteer Training link or (831) 624-7570.
FlashPictures and captions on our volunteer crew's massive restoration efforts.
FlashTour the lighthouse five days a week, from 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM weekdays and weekends.
FlashHave a question about our lighthouse? Ask away, 'cause the answers are probably here.
During World War II, the Point Pinos Lighthouse served as the headquarters for a Beach Patrol, charged with watching for invading submarines. During the winter of 1941-42 local residents standing on the beach could see a Japanese submarine attack a tanker in Monterey Bay.
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