Sentinels of the Sanctuaries
For centuries, lighthouses have served as beacons, guiding mariners away from danger and marking the way to safe harbor. From the Point Arena Lighthouse overlooking Greater Farallones National Marine Sanctuary to the lighthouses of the Outer Banks Maritime Heritage trail near Monitor National Marine Sanctuary, lighthouses all across the country tell the story of our seafaring nation.
Point Arena Lighthouse, Greater Farallones NMS; Photo: Matt McIntosh/NOAA
Thunder Bay Island Lighthouse, Thunder Bay NMS; Photo: David J. Ruck/NOAA
Point Sur Lighthouse, Monterey Bay NMS; Photo: Robert Schwemmer/NOAA
Cape Hatteras Lighthouse, North Carolina, Monitor NMS; Photo: Captain Albert E. Theberge/NOAA
Sombrero Key Lighthouse, Florida Keys NMS; Photo: Brenda Altmeier/NOAA