North Coast · CA
Point Arena
One of California's smallest cities, and a rebuilt lighthouse.
- Population
- 460 (2020 census)
- Incorporated
- 1908
Then
- 1906
The earthquake damages the Point Arena Lighthouse beyond repair. It is torn down and rebuilt.
- 1908
Point Arena incorporates on July 11.
Now
The economy runs on summer visitors. Six miles north, the San Andreas Fault heads out to sea at Alder Creek. The tide station is at Arena Cove, by the pier.
2 tide stations around Point Arena
- Arena Cove1.1 mi
- Point Arena3.6 mi