The Hillsboro Lighthouse tour. Hillsboro beach, Fl
If you are looking for a true hidden gem, look no further than the Hillsboro Lighthouse tour. This unique experience is a must-do for both locals and travelers alike.
The Hillsboro Inlet lighthouse is a historical lighthouse which opened in 1907. It is situated on the north side of Hillsboro Inlet, midway between Fort Lauderdale and Boca Raton, in Hillsboro Beach, Florida. The lighthouse marks the northern limit of the Florida Reef, an underwater coral formation in Southern Florida.
This adventure begins with a short 20 minute boat ride which departs at the Sands Harbor dock, (located only minutes away from the actual lighthouse). We met the friendly staff and eagerly awaited our departure. We cruised up the intracoastal and enjoyed the gorgeous scenery and beautiful breeze. As we approached the lighthouse, I spotted a dock, a small beach with plenty of palm trees and of course “The Big Diamond” which is the nickname for this historical lighthouse.
We docked and everyone was free to wander the inlet island. We chose to go right to the lighthouse. She was a beauty! We entered in and looked up to see an endless set of winding stairs to the top. 175 to be exact. There were a few stops in between with some historical photos and information on the walls.
After we got to the top, there was a friendly volunteer waiting for us. The views were spectacular! 360 degrees of beauty. We took some photos and videos from the top and spent a few minutes speaking with the wonderful, knowledgeable volunteer. He had mentioned that on certain days, especially high tide, you may see sharks and all types of sea creatures.
After we soaked it all in, we descended down and explored the beach area. Many of the visitors, brought their own beach chairs and towels to hang out for the day! We spent the rest of our time talking to the amazing, passionate volunteers and checked out the tent which had souvenirs and gorgeous photos of the lighthouse. Then, back to the boat for our departure.
This is a MUST DO experience! So, be sure to put the Hillsboro Lighthouse Inlet tour on your bucket list!
