With Washington being a coastal state, it has something that not every state can claim, lighthouses! There are quite a few that you can visit and many are closer than you might imagine. Whether you want a full tour or simply want to look, we have you covered. Here are 10 of the coolest lighthouses you can visit in Washington State.
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Discovery Park Lighthouse
You don’t even have to leave the city to visit this one! The Discovery Park Lighthouse is a great excuse to go for a stroll through the park. You can wind down the forested paths to the beach and view the vintage lighthouse in all its glory. Keep in mind, this is actually one of Washington’s 18 working lighthouses, so it is only viewable from the walking path.
Where: Discovery Park, 3801 Discovery Park Blvd.
Alki Point Lighthouse
If you want to stay in the city and want to have a quick and easy lighthouse viewing experience, Alki Point is a great choice. The lighthouse is located on Alki Beach, making it an easy visit if you’re already planning on having some beach time.
Where: 2665 Alki Ave SW
Mukilteo Lighthouse
The Mukilteo Lighthouse is another great option for folks who don’t want to stray too far from the city. It’s a fully functional lighthouse and there’s even a festival celebrating its existence. Check it out in all its vintage glory.
Where: 609 Front St, Mukilteo
Point Wilson Lighthouse
You can explore the Point Wilson Lighthouse for free on Saturdays and Sundays from 11:00am to 4:00pm. And if you wanted to stay longer, you can also vacation there.
Where: 200 Battery Way E, Port Townsend
New Dungeness Lighthouse
For those craving a little time on the Olympic Peninsula, you might as well check out the New Dungeness Lighthouse. It was the first lighthouse on the Strait of Juan de Fuca and is now on the National Register of Historic Places. When you arrive at the lighthouse you can climb to the top and enjoy views of the Strait of Juan de Fuca, the Spit, and the Refuge around you.
Where: Sequim, WA
Lime Kiln Lighthouse
Lime Kiln is worth visiting for a few reasons. Firstly, it’s considered one of the best whale-watching spots! Secondly, it has a beautiful 1919-vintage lighthouse that you’re sure to snap at least a few pictures of.
Where: Lime Kiln Point State Park, 1567 Westside Rd, Friday Harbor, WA
Grays Harbor Lighthouse
If you want to check out the interior of a lighthouse, why not head to Washington’s tallest? Grays Harbor provides visitors with a 360-degree view after a 135-step journey to the top of the 107-foot tower. Check out the views of Mount Rainier and the surrounding area.
Where: 1020 W Ocean Ave, Westport WA
Point No Point Lighthouse
If there’s a tallest lighthouse, there must be an oldest right? Point No Point is the oldest lighthouse in Puget Sound but these days it’s fully automated. If you visit and find yourself falling in love with the lighthouse you can actually stay at the historic keeper’s quarters and be a volunteer lighthouse keeper.
Where: 9009 NE Point No Point Rd, Hansville, WA
Patos Island Lighthouse
If you want an experience that’s a little more exclusive you can head to Patos Island. As the name suggests, the island is only accessible by boat. That being said you can use a water taxi service to visit the island and check out its super cool working lighthouse.
Where: Patos Island Marine State Park, Eastsound, WA
Point Robinson Lighthouse
The Point Robinson Lighthouse is tucked away on Maury Island where it’s been in service since 1885. The property doubles as a conservation area so you can see the vintage lighthouse and check out scenic views of Mount Rainier, Tacoma, and the scenic shoreline of the East Passage.
Where: 3705 SW Point Robinson Rd, Vashon, WA
Enjoy all these lighthouses in Washington!
