The Triplex Our creepiness rating 💀💀💀💀💀
The station's volunteer site advertises a Halloween tour with stories of "Pt. Sur's ghostly past," a talk by a paranormal investigator, and a visit to the unrestored Triplex, which it calls one of the station's "real haunted houses." It does not describe specific sightings. Source: pointsur.org.
Facts below are drawn from the linked sources.
Real history
The lightstation was established in 1889 on a 361-foot rock and is part of Point Sur State Historic Park. The light still operates as an aid to navigation (Wikipedia).
Ghost stories
These are reported legends, not verified events. The creepiness score (1–5) is Spook Atlas's own editorial rating, not a measurement.
Then and now
Public access
Guided tours only California State Parks says the park is open only through guided tours (California State Parks). Last checked: Oct 31, 2026.
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