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Unnamed Anaheim Lighthouse

1313 Disneyland Dr, Anaheim, CA 92802, USA

Name and Location

The Anaheim "Lighthouse" is located at 1313 Disneyland Drive, Anaheim, CA 92802, United States, with coordinates 33°48′22.57″ N, 117°55′19.80″ W.

Construction and History

No official name has been recorded for this structure, but it is sometimes referred to as the "Anaheim Resort Lighthouse." Construction details are unknown, but it is presumed to be from the late 20th or early 21st century, coinciding with Anaheim Resort development. There is no record of this installation serving ship navigation on the nearby coast; it was likely erected as part of the theme-park corridor landscaping.

Architecture and Materials

The design suggests a stylized, ornamental lighthouse form, in keeping with entertainment-district motifs. The structure presumably consists of reinforced concrete and stucco or painted metal cladding (typical of decorative park structures). Height and focal height are not published, but it is speculated to be under 15 meters tall.

Light and Navigation

There is no confirmed navigational use for this lighthouse; it does not appear in U.S. Coast Guard Light Lists or NOAA nautical charts. If illuminated, the light characteristic would likely be a simple steady or flashing decorative fixture. The structure is not automated, with no record of operational light equipment or keepers.

Accessibility and Visiting

The structure is visible from adjacent sidewalks and roadways along Disneyland Drive but does not admit visitors inside. Public accessibility is limited, but it can be viewed from the street or nearby pedestrian walkways.

Notable Views and Landscape

The Anaheim "Lighthouse" is situated in an urban resort corridor, adjacent to hotels, shopping, and entertainment venues within the Disneyland Resort complex. It can be accessed by car via Harbor Boulevard or Katella Avenue to Disneyland Drive; parking is available in nearby resort garages. Public transit options include Anaheim Resort Transportation shuttles and OCTA buses that serve Disneyland Drive.

Anecdotes and Folklore

It is possible the lighthouse form was chosen as a whimsical nod to "guiding" guests to the resort, though no official Disneyland literature mentions this feature. No folkloric tales or keeper stories are associated with the site in public records; any such anecdotes would be informal staff or guest recollections.

Technical and Operational Details

The structure's technical details are not publicly available, including light specifications, operation, and maintenance schedules.

Further Information

For more information on the Anaheim Resort and surrounding attractions, visit http://www.anaheimresort.com">www.anaheimresort.com.

Details

NameUnnamed Anaheim Lighthouse
CityAnaheim
CountryUnited States
Coordinates33.8062704, -117.9221675
StoriesSpeculative Notes
Architectural stylestylized, ornamental lighthouse form
Construction materialreinforced concretestucco or painted metal cladding
Access descriptionBy car: Access via Harbor Boulevard or Katella Avenue to Disneyland Drive; parking available in nearby resort garages By public transit: Anaheim Resort Transportation shuttles and OCTA buses serve Disneyland Drive
Accessiblefalse
Landscape typeurban
View descriptionUrban resort corridor, adjacent to hotels, shopping and entertainment venues within the Disneyland Resort complex
Guided toursfalse
Facilitiesnone on-site—amenities situated in surrounding resort properties
Opening hoursVisible at all times; illumination hours (if any) likely follow resort lighting schedules after dusk
Nearby attractionsDisneyland Park and Disney California Adventure Park; Downtown Disney District – shopping, dining, and entertainment venues; Anaheim GardenWalk – lifestyle and dining complex
Automatedfalse