A few decades after the wrecking of the HMT Birkenhead in 1852 at Danger Point, the present lighthouse was erected in 1895. Danger Point Lighthouse is at the tip of the peninsula. The rock the Birkenhead struck is visible from the lighthouse. The many steps to the top of the lighthouse can be climbed, allowing for a marvellous 360 degrees span over the ocean and the hinterland of the peninsula. Open weekdays 10 to 15.
In front of the lighthouse is a plaque commemorating the victims of the HMT Birkenhead. An arrow points to the submerged rock that caused its demise. This can be recognised by the waves breaking over it. Also visit the quaint little Strandveld museum on the beach road in Franskraal for the largest collection of relics of the HMT Birkenhead.