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Nominated for: BEST Lighthouse
Our light and Fort Casey's big guns stood watch over the entrance to Puget Sound for decades. Today they watch over a breath-taking view of the Olympic mountains, Port Townsend ferry, shipping lanes, even Orca whales. Built in 1861 and rebuilt in 1903, the lighthouse guided tall ships toward the Whidbey Island shore where they could fill their sails with wind. It was the last brick lighthouse designed by renowned German architect Carl Leick - its walls 18 inches thick to withstand the earthquakes that shake western Washington. Admiralty Head's Fresnel lens was extinguished in 1922, but the lighthouse today welcomes visitors, weddings and tour parties with the help of dedicated volunteers. Enjoy our rich historical exhibits, browse our gift shop, and help preserve and restore Admiralty Head Lighthouse by becoming a member of Keepers of Admiralty Head Lighthouse. This website includes lighthouse photos, history, exhibits, events, tours, directions and contact information, and links to other resources for lighthouse aficionados, and for visitors to northern Puget Sound, Whidbey Island and the Coupeville area.
Charlie S. … voted BEST Lighthouse
A piece of local history in a beautiful setting. visit soon.
Sammye K. … voted BEST Lighthouse
also voted for 9 other nominees
This is a wonderful lighthouse to visit and some people even have their wedding there.
Debra W. … voted BEST Lighthouse
also voted for 55 other nominees
Helpful docents on hand to answer questions, also in a cool park.
Larry J. … voted BEST Lighthouse
also voted for 40 other nominees
Without a doubt the best lighthouse.
Jim S. … voted BEST Lighthouse
Conchita W. … voted BEST Lighthouse
also voted for 13 other nominees
very well-cared place and you enjoy two for one,
Fort Casey and the lighthouse.
Very friendly people inside that explain historic events and the shop is a cutie!
Scott R. … voted BEST Lighthouse
Tessa G. … voted BEST Lighthouse
also voted for 10 other nominees
The Friends of the Admiralty Head Lighthouse have been painstakingly restoring this beauty to it's original glory. Inside Fort Casey and just around the bend from Ebey's Landing. Historic Coupeville is just a mile or two away. Make the area your destination for the day!!
Susan N. … voted BEST Lighthouse
Climb up in the tower for a fantastic view!!
Meet delightful docents.
