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Ediz Hook Lighthouse

Fl (3) green;white;white 10s🇺🇸Washington, USOperational

Location & Light Range

About Ediz Hook Lighthouse

The Ediz Hook Lighthouse, located in Washington, was first lit in 1865. Originally built in that year, the lighthouse underwent structural changes, with a new tower erected in 1908. A further modification occurred in 1946 when an automated beacon was installed on the United States Coast Guard air station at the end of the hook. The tower stands 15.2 meters tall with a focal height of 15 meters. Its geographic range is 16 nautical miles, and it displays green and white lights.

Background
Ediz Hook Lighthouse was a lighthouse in Port Angeles, Washington, United States. Originally constructed in 1865, the lighthouse structure was later replaced in 1908 by a new structure, and finally in 1946 by an automated beacon on the United States Coast Guard air station on the end of Ediz Hook.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (3) green;white;white 10s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
green;white;white
Flash Count
3 flashes
Interval
10s
Raw Code
Fl
Focal Height
15m
Geographic Range
16NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1865

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
G4768
NGA No.
G 4768
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Wikidata
Q2680199 →
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Tower & Structure

Tower Height
15.2m
Tower Color
green;white;white

Location

City
Washington
Country
🇺🇸US
Latitude
48.1399°
Longitude
-123.4118°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Ediz Hook Lighthouse at night?+
Ediz Hook displays the characteristic Fl (3) green;white;white 10s — 3 green;white;white flashes every 10 seconds. 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. The green;white;white color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Ediz Hook Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Ediz Hook Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Port Angeles at 1.1 NM to the SW. Other ports served include SEQUIM BAY (15.6 NM ESE), Victoria (17.2 NM N), Esquimalt (17.7 NM N), Sooke (18.1 NM NW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Ediz Hook Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Ediz Hook Lighthouse is currently operational. It is actively maintained and continues to emit its characteristic light signal for marine navigation. Most modern lighthouses are automated and monitored remotely by the national maritime authority.
What shipping routes pass near Ediz Hook Lighthouse?+
Ediz Hook 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 Ediz Hook Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Ediz Hook 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.