About Cape Bolinao Lighthouse
Cape Bolinao Lighthouse is a historic coastal lighthouse located at Punta Piedra Point in Barangay Patar, Bolinao, Pangasinan, at the northwestern tip of Luzon overlooking the South China Sea. Built in 1905 during the American colonial period, it stands about 30.78 meters tall and is the second tallest lighthouse in the Philippines. The white cylindrical tower with its keeper's house remains an active aid to navigation and a prominent landmark for visitors to Patar.
Visitors guide
Visitors can expect a tall white cylindrical lighthouse tower on a hilltop at Punta Piedra Point with panoramic views of the South China Sea and the coastline of Patar. The site includes the lighthouse tower, the keeper's house, and an open grounds area used as a viewpoint. Visitors can walk around the exterior, take photographs, and enjoy sunset views. Interior access to the top of the tower is generally restricted, but the surrounding area is open for sightseeing and viewing the seascape.
Key highlights
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Second tallest lighthouse in the Philippines at approximately 30.78 meters
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Historic 1905 American-era lighthouse at Punta Piedra Point
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Panoramic viewpoint overlooking the South China Sea
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Well-preserved white tower with keeper's house and vintage Fresnel lens
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Popular sunset viewing spot near Patar White Beach