Nakalele Point Lighthouse
Location & Light Range
About Nakalele Point Lighthouse
Nakalele Point Lighthouse is situated at the northernmost tip of Maui, Hawaii, where the island's edge confronts the Pacific Ocean. This remote area is characterized by dramatic sea cliffs and a powerful blowhole, creating a difficult navigational zone for ships. The lighthouse emits a white flash every 2.5 seconds, serving as a key reference for mariners. Although the tower is not accessible to the public, the surrounding site can be visited. The nearest port, Kahului, is approximately 10.2 kilometers away. The structure provides a constant signal for vessels navigating the waters off Maui's northern coast.
Why it matters: This light aids coastal shipping and fishing vessels in safely navigating the hazardous headland of Nakalele Point, preventing groundings on the rocky shores.
Light & Optic
- Flash Type
- Flashing
- Light Color
- White
- Interval
- 2.5s
- Raw Code
- Fl W 2.5s
Location
- Country
- 🇺🇸United States
- Region
- Hawaii
- Sea Region
- Nakalele Point, US
- Latitude
- 21.0290°
- Longitude
- -156.5906°
References & Identifiers
- Nearest Port
- Kahului(10.2 km)
- Admiralty No.
- G7270
- ARLHS No.
- HAW-039
Tower & Structure
Structure: Nakalele Point Lighthouse marks the rugged northernmost tip of Maui, Hawaii, where the land dramatically meets the vast Pacific. This remote and windswept location, famed for its powerful blowhole and dramatic sea cliffs, presents a particularly challenging navigational environment for vessels traversing the coastline. The lighthouse, though modest in its physical presence, plays a vital role in guiding mariners safely past this treacherous stretch of shore, especially during the dark hours. Its consistent white flash, appearing every 2.5 seconds, offers a crucial and reliable reference point against the dark expanse of the ocean, helping ships maintain their bearings. While the tower itself remains closed to the public, visitors are welcome to explore the surrounding site, taking in the breathtaking views and feeling the raw power of the ocean that this light has watched over for years. It continues its silent vigil, a constant reassurance for those at sea navigating the waters off Maui's wild northern coast.
Visiting
- Open to public
- Site open, tower closed
Nearby Vessels
اعثر على منارة Nakalele Point على الخريطة البحرية المباشرة
خطّط رحلاتك قرب United States، وشاهد السفن المجاورة في الوقت الفعلي، واستكشف أكثر من 14,900 معلَم ملاحي في التطبيق.