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Point No Point Lighthouse

Fl (3) W 10s🇺🇸Washington, USOperational

Location & Light Range

About Point No Point Lighthouse

Constructed in 1879, this lighthouse stands 9 meters tall with a focal height of 8 meters. Its white tower emits a single white flash, providing a geographic range of 14 nautical miles. The light operates as an aid to navigation on the Kitsap Peninsula's northeastern tip, marking the confluence of Admiralty Inlet and Puget Sound. This structure is located near Hansville in Washington state.

Why it matters: Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, Point No Point Light is recognized as the oldest lighthouse on Puget Sound.

Background
Point No Point Light is an operational aid to navigation on the northeastern tip of the Kitsap Peninsula on the west side of Puget Sound, at Point No Point where Admiralty Inlet joins Puget Sound, near the small community of Hansville, Kitsap County, in the U.S. state of Washington. Point No Point Light is considered the oldest lighthouse on Puget Sound and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (3) W 10s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
3 flashes
Interval
10s
Raw Code
Fl
Focal Height
8m
Geographic Range
14NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1879
Heritage Status
National Register of Historic Places listed place

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
LLNR 16550
Wikipedia
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Wikidata
Q7208098 →
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Tower & Structure

Tower Height
9m
Tower Color
white

Location

City
Washington
Country
🇺🇸US
Latitude
47.9122°
Longitude
-122.5267°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Point No Point Lighthouse at night?+
Point No Point displays the characteristic Fl (3) W 10s — 3 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.
Which ports and harbors does Point No Point Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Point No Point Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Port Gamble at 4.1 NM to the SSW. Other ports served include Freeland (5.3 NM N), Port Ludlow (6.4 NM W), Puget Sound (6.9 NM SSE), KINGSTON (7 NM S). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Point No Point Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Point No Point 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 Point No Point Lighthouse?+
Point No Point 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 Point No Point Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Point No Point 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.