Standing on Cockspur Island, Georgia, this historic lighthouse was built in 1878 as part of a range light system guiding ships through the Savannah River channel. The small, skeletal iron tower served alongside the Tybee Island Range Rear Light to help mariners safely navigate the tricky coastal waters.

Still an active navigational aid, the lighthouse is not open to the public for climbing. Its compact frame and waterside setting make it a favorite photography subject, with golden hour and low tide offering the best conditions.

Nearby, visitors can explore Fort Pulaski National Monument just steps away, the Cockspur Lighthouse, and the beaches of Tybee Island — all within easy reach for a full day of coastal Georgia exploration.

Explore Nearby

• Skidaway Island State Park — State Park in Georgia
• Wormsloe State Historic Site — State Park in Georgia
• South Carolina Highway 170 — Scenic Byway in South Carolina
• James Edwin McTeer Bridge & the Causeways scenic byway — Scenic Byway
• Sumter National Forest — National Forest in South Carolina