Washington - Grays Harbor Lighthouse

Grays Harbor Lighthouse was built in 1898 and is located at Westport, Washington. It is one of the tallest lighthouses on the Pacific Coast. The octagonal white masonry tower stands more than 107 feet. This lighthouse was commissioned in 1897 and since built it has served as a coastal light guiding ships into the harbor. The 135 step metal spiral staircase has nine landings and leads to the lantern room. The light emits both red and white flashes but only the white flashes are visible for 23 miles. The tower sets on a 12 foot concrete sub-base. At the time of my visit in 1999 this was an active light owned by the Coast Guard. This lighthouse was normally open to visitors, but was temporally closed for interior work during my visit.