The St. George Lighthouse Association invites the public to experience the magic of the full moon with a Sunset and Full Moon Climb at the Cape St. George Light on Tuesday, November 24, 2026, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.
Event Highlights
Sunset at 5:41 p.m.
Moonrise at 5:38 p.m.
Climb Details
Time: 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Tickets: Tickets can be purchased beginning at 5:00 p.m. in the Lighthouse Gift Shop. No advance reservations will be accepted.
Cost: General Public – $10.00 per climber; SGLA Member – $7.00 per climber
Payment: Cash and credit cards are accepted.
Format: Fifteen-minute lighthouse climbs are offered on a first-come, first-served basis.
Capacity: Each time slot is limited to 12 climbers to ensure safety and comfort.
Visitor Requirements
All climbers must be at least 40 inches tall.
For safety reasons, only children aged 13 and older may access the exterior catwalk.
Location – The Cape St. George Light is in Lighthouse Park at the center of St. George Island – End of Island Drive (off the bridge) at Gulf Beach Drive.
How to Participate
Arrive at Lighthouse Park and park in lots on either side of the park.
Visit the Gift Shop (opening at 5:00 p.m.) to purchase your climb ticket.
Proceed next door to the lighthouse tower and sign up with the lighthouse keeper for your preferred 15-minute climb time.
Prepare for an unforgettable experience of sweeping panoramic views of Gulf waters and island shores.
Weather Permitting – The Sunset and Full Moon Climb is weather permitting. In the event of inclement conditions, updates will be posted on the St. George Lighthouse, Museum & Gift Shop Facebook page.
About the Beaver Moon
The November full moon is traditionally referred to as the “Beaver Moon”. The indigenous American tribes associated this moon to a time when beavers were actively fortifying lodges and were seen securing winter stores of food. Native Americans also called it the Frost Moon and Freezing Moon. The energy of this moon aligns with completion, persistence, culmination, and security.