Sunset and Full Moon Climb

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 Friday, August 28, 2026, from 8:00 to 10:00 p.m.

Event Highlights
• Sunset at 8:06 p.m.
• Moonrise at 8:26 p.m.

Climb Details
• Time: 8:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.
• Tickets: Tickets can be purchased beginning at 7:30 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
1. Arrive at Lighthouse Park and park in lots on either side of the park.
2. Visit the Gift Shop (opening at 7:30 p.m.) to purchase your climb ticket.
3. Proceed next door to the lighthouse tower and sign up with the lighthouse keeper for your preferred 15-minute climb time.
4. 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 Sturgeon Moon
The August full moon, traditionally referred to as the “Sturgeon Moon”, was named by indigenous American Tribes because of the large numbers of lake sturgeon in the Great Lakes and Lake Champlain. The fish was essential for Native American tribes in the area. The label reflects a regional seasonal marker that later became standardized more broadly. Other names for this moon are Corn Moon (Algonquin and Creek), Flying Up Moon (Creek), Hot Moon (Tunica) and Dry Moon (Catawba and Celts).