Lighthouses used to be a mainstay along the Washington coast, signaling boats to keep their distance from the shoreline and telling captains where their ships were. Over the years, as many of them fell into disrepair, an interest evolved and many have since been restored and opened to the public. There are 24 of them in Washington, three of which are all but gone, and many difficult to reach. These five Washington lighthouses are easy to reach, easy to visit and many have been restored.

Mukilteo Lighthouse

Built in 1905, this lighthouse is 38 feet tall and built in a Victorian style. It is unique in that it has wood-frame construction while most lighthouses are built from stone or brick. When electricity came in 1927, they replaced the original oil lantern with an electric light. There was also a windmill and two keepers' quarters on the 2.6-acre property. The lighthouse remains a fully functional navigation aid. It is maintained by the Mukilteo Historical Society. The lighthouse is located at 608 Front Street. For more information, call (425)513-9602.

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