Sabine Pass Lighthouse

Hard to get to

This lighthouse was built in 1835 before the civil war. It is in bad repair. Very difficult tpo get to by land. Water is the best way to get here. In the 1950's this was a thriving Coast Guard Sta...

Worth the Trip

Visiting the lighthouse is presently by permission only, but not restrictive at all. I believe those in charge of the lighthouse do not want it open to possible vandalism or souvenir taking -- it is a...

Getting to the Sabine Pass Lighthouse

Before going to the lighthouse first I had to stop by the Johnson Bayou library (new security measures) and have them send an email stating what time and date I would be there. I have a 4x4 so the dr...

Historical attraction

You have to check in at a security gate if traveling by land. If it has recently rained, you may need a four wheel drive. You will also need a small boat to cross Lighthouse Bayou, which you see in ...

A little Louisiana history

You need to request the gate unlocked from security at Chenier ( no problem - just a show of id) , then drive down a dirt road ( don't go when muddy) flushing out loads of wild birds, after a short w...