History
Cape Mendocino has been a landmark since the 16th century when Manila Galleons followed the prevailing westerlies across the Pacific to the Cape, then followed the coast south to Acapulco, Mexico. The Cape Mendocino Light was lit December 1, 1868, standing on eight prefabricated panels sent up from San Francisco; an automated light stands near the original location.
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