Standing along Florida’s Forgotten Coast in Apalachicola, the St. Joseph Point Rear Range Light was built in 1902 as part of a range light system guiding vessels through the shallow waters of St. Joseph Bay. This skeletal tower remains an active navigational aid maintained by the U.S. Coast Guard. While not open to public climbing, the lighthouse and its surrounding landscape offer excellent photography opportunities, particularly during golden hour when warm light plays across the coastal marshes. Visitors to the area can explore nearby St. Joseph Peninsula State Park, the charming seafood town of Apalachicola with its renowned oyster houses, and the pristine beaches of Cape San Blas — one of Florida’s best-kept secrets.

Explore Nearby

• Constitution Convention Museum State Park — State Park in Florida
• T.H. Stone Memorial St. Joseph Peninsula State Park — State Park in Florida
• Big Bend Scenic Byway — Scenic Byway in Florida
• Apalachicola National Forest — National Forest in Florida