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Point Bolivar Light is a historic lighthouse in Port Bolivar, Texas, that was built in 1872. It served for 61 years before being retired in 1933, when its function was replaced by a different light. The current lighthouse is at least the second structure at the site.

Location: SH 87, Port Bolivar, Texas
Address: 419 Everett #385, Port Bolivar, TX 77650
Coordinates: 29.366787°N 94.766972°W
Construction: brick covered with cast iron sheets
Height: 116 feet (35 m)
Shape: round
First lit: 1852
Deactivated: 1933
Lens: Fresnel lens
Built: 1872
Architectural style: Malleable-Iron Lighthouse

I saw this light on February 16 2025

This lighthouse was added to the National Register of Historic Places on August 18 1977

The lighthouse is privately owned. Grounds/tower closed.

Access: Car:

Coordinates are for reference only, do not use for navigation