Cape San Blas Lighthouse Visitor’s Guide
Cape San Blas Lighthouse is located in Port St. Joe, Florida. It is 1 of 5 lighthouses located in the Florida Panhandle. Continue reading for everything you need to know to plan your visit to the Cape San Blas Lighthouse!
Where is it located?
The lighthouse is located at 200 Miss Zola’s Dr. Port St. Joe, FL 32456 along Florida’s Forgotten Coast. It has an interesting history as it was originally located on the St. Joseph’s Peninsula to help ships avoid a navigational hazard. The lighthouse was destroyed multiple times due to hurricanes and was later moved inland to Port St. Joe where it is currently located.
When is Cape San Blas Lighthouse open?
The lighthouse is open Wednesday through Saturday from 11 AM to 5 PM EST. If you have any additional questions before you visit, the lighthouse phone number is 850-229-8261.
Can I climb the lighthouse?
Yes! Climb the 131 steps to the viewing platform which provides 360 views of Port St. Joe and Saint Joseph’s Bay. Prepare for the inside of the lighthouse to be warm, especially in the summer! The breeze at the top makes up for it. Make sure to wear close toed shoes to ensure your safety during the climb. The tower may also close to climbing in cases of inclement weather.
Is there a fee to visit?
There is not a fee to visit the lighthouse grounds or gift shop, but there is a fee to climb the lighthouse. The fee can be paid inside the gift shop before you climb. Climbers must be 44 inches or taller.
- Adults: $5 per person
- Children 12 and under: $3 per person
How long does it take to visit?
I would recommend planning at least 30 to 60 minutes to visit the lighthouse. My husband and I visited this lighthouse on a week day in May and there was no wait to climb. We took our time and enjoyed the view from the top. There is also a small gift shop to browse either before or after you climb the lighthouse.
Is the Cape San Blas Lighthouse worth visiting?
In my opinion, yes! One of my goals is to visit all of the Florida lighthouses so it was an easy yes from me. The fee for the lighthouse is minimal and worth climbing to the top of the tower. Do me a favor and share this post with whoever you want to go with! If you have any other questions, please let me know by commenting below!
