WayfarrowSt. Simons Island Light
Lighthouse · Glynn County, Georgia
St. Simons Island Light is a lighthouse in Glynn County, Georgia. Georgia has 9 lighthouses on record at Wayfarrow.
It was built in 1872, in the late 19th century, making it the 5th oldest of the 6 in Georgia with a recorded construction date; the tower stands about 104 feet tall (2nd tallest of 5 measured in Georgia); its light sits 105 feet above the water; the light characteristic is recorded as FF W, FI W 60s.
Status check, 2026-11: The 1810 tower was blown up by Confederate troops in 1862; the current brick tower was finished in 1872 and is still an active aid to navigation. St. Simons Island Light is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. It stands at 31.1331° N, 81.3917° W.
Key facts
| Current structure built | 1872 |
|---|---|
| Tower height | 104 ft |
| Focal height | 105 ft |
| Light characteristic | FF W, FI W 60s |
| Heritage designation | National Register of Historic Places listed place |
| National Register | Listed |
| Coordinates | 31.13306, -81.39167 |
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