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Admiralty Head Light Lighthouse

F W🇺🇸Washington, USInactive

Location & Light Range

About Admiralty Head Light Lighthouse

Admiralty Head Light Lighthouse is a maritime navigation aid located in Washington, US. It is currently listed as inactive and may no longer emit a light signal. The light sits at a focal height of 40 meters above mean sea level.

Light characteristic: The identifying signal of this lighthouse is F W. The light emits 1 flash per cycle. Each lighthouse has a unique flash pattern listed in nautical publications, allowing mariners to confirm their position. The light displays a white signal, the most common color for major coastal lights.

Position: Admiralty Head Light Lighthouse is positioned at 48.1609°N, 122.6811°W, near Washington in US.

Geographic context: Admiralty Head Light Lighthouse is situated on the North Pacific Ocean, within the US West Coast shipping lane — a major trans-Pacific trade route serving West Coast ports of the United States. The location falls within the temperate maritime climate zone.

Nearby lighthouses in US: Other lighthouses in the region include Abagadasset Point Range, Absecon, Ahukini Breakwater, Alameda County (Oakland Area) Lighthouses, Alcatraz Island. View all on the Lighthouses Directory.

Nearby Ports

CAPTAIN WHIDBEY INN

USCBL

4.2 NMNNW

Port Townsend

USTWD

4.4 NMSW

OAK HARBOR

USODW

7.8 NMNNE

Port Hadlock

USABC

8.3 NMSSW

Freeland

USFNB

11.3 NMSSE

Flash Characteristics

Characteristic Signature
F W
Flash Type
Fixed
Light Color
White
Flash Count
1 flash

Physical Specifications

Focal Height
40m
Light Range
Not available
Status
INACTIVE
City
Washington
Country
🇺🇸US
Latitude
48.1609°
Longitude
-122.6811°

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Flag
Type
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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.