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Ponce Inlet Lighthouse is proud to have made the top of the National Trust for Historic Preservation’s list of must-visit lighthouses in the U.S. Learn more about the top 14 lighthouses around the country along with what makes our lighthouse so special with National Trust’s guide here.

Our beautiful Lighthouse has been guiding ships along the Florida coast since 1887 by projecting a bright beam of light more than 18 miles out sea. But not everyone understands how the Fresnel lens located in the tower’s lantern room creates that brilliant beam of light.

For such a historic location, it should come as no surprise that there is actually a hefty amount of history behind the naming of Ponce Inlet. Unbeknownst to many, the Inlet did not get its current name until 1928! Let’s take a dive together through the centuries of progress that have brought us to our modern-day Ponce Inlet that we adore so much.

It’s that time of year again, and everybody needs something special to do with their sweetheart. There’s no better place to find some romance than Ponce Inlet so take your partner’s hand and spend the day with us making some priceless memories you’ll never forget!

If you’re reading this, chances are that you or someone close to you loves lighthouses. We can’t blame you; we love lighthouses so much that we’ve been preserving one since 1972! If you’re looking for some gift ideas for that lighthouse lover in your life, look no further, because we’ve compiled a list of all the best ideas for anyone to get their lighthouse fix.

One of the best reasons to visit the Ponce Inlet Lighthouse and its beautiful neighborhood is to get in touch with some of Volusia County’s amazing wildlife. The diverse ecosystems of the area are host to a wide array of animals that we love to protect and enjoy. The following are some of the wonderful animals that you’ll have a chance to see next time you visit Ponce Inlet.