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Admiralty Head Light Lighthouse

F W🇺🇸Washington, USInactive

Location & Light Range

About Admiralty Head Light Lighthouse

Constructed in 1903, the Admiralty Head Light stands 30 meters tall. Its focal plane reaches 40 meters above sea level. The lighthouse, which once emitted a white light, is no longer operational. It is situated on Whidbey Island within Fort Casey State Park, overlooking Admiralty Inlet. The site is now a public attraction.

Why it matters: This lighthouse served as a counterpart to the Point Wilson Light, located four miles across Admiralty Inlet.

Background
The Admiralty Head Light is a deactivated aid to navigation located on Whidbey Island near Coupeville, Island County, Washington, on the grounds of Fort Casey State Park. The restored lighthouse overlooks Admiralty Inlet. It was the companion to the Point Wilson Light, which sits four miles away on Admiralty Inlet's western shore.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
F W
Flash Type
Fixed
Light Color
White
Flash Count
1 flash
Focal Height
40m

Construction & History

Year Built
1903

Visiting

Open to public
attraction

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
30m

Location

City
Washington
Country
🇺🇸US
Latitude
48.1609°
Longitude
-122.6811°

References & Identifiers

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Admiralty Head Light Lighthouse at night?+
Admiralty Head Light displays the characteristic F W. Each lighthouse has a unique flash pattern published in the List of Lights, allowing mariners to positively identify it and distinguish it from other navigation aids in the area.
Which ports and harbors does Admiralty Head Light Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Admiralty Head Light Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is CAPTAIN WHIDBEY INN at 4.2 NM to the NNW. Other ports served include Port Townsend (4.4 NM SW), OAK HARBOR (7.8 NM NNE), Port Hadlock (8.3 NM SSW), Freeland (11.3 NM SSE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Admiralty Head Light Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Admiralty Head Light Lighthouse is currently listed as inactive. It may have been decommissioned, replaced by a different navigation aid, or temporarily taken out of service. Mariners should check the latest Notices to Mariners for current status.
What shipping routes pass near Admiralty Head Light Lighthouse?+
Admiralty Head Light Lighthouse is located within the US West Coast shipping lane — a major trans-Pacific trade route serving West Coast ports of the United States. This makes it an important navigation reference for commercial shipping traffic in the region.
How can I track vessels near Admiralty Head Light Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Admiralty Head Light Lighthouse in real time using MarineRadar. The platform shows live AIS positions of ships in the area, including vessel name, type, flag, speed, and course. Use the "Track Vessels Nearby" button on this page to open the live map centered on this lighthouse.