Patos Island Light

Location and Accessibility

The Patos Island Lighthouse is situated on Alden Point, the western tip of Patos Island in the San Juan Islands, San Juan County, Washington, United States.

The island is accessible only by private boat, with two offshore mooring buoys available for permitted vessels.

History

The lighthouse was constructed in 1899 and has been an active aid to navigation ever since.

In 2013, Patos Island and its lighthouse were included in the US Presidential Proclamation creating San Juan Islands National Monument, managed by the Bureau of Land Management, part of the US Department of Interior.

Architecture

The Patos Island Lighthouse is a 45-foot-tall (14 m) tower with a focal height of 16 feet (4.9 m).

• Range: 6 nautical miles
• Colour: Red
• Height: 16 feet
• Period: 6 seconds

Current Status

The Patos Island Lighthouse is currently an active aid to navigation, with the Bureau of Land Management managing the station.

Heritage Status

As part of San Juan Islands National Monument, the lighthouse has been recognized for its historical significance and is protected by law.

Notable Historical Events

In 2013, the Patos Island Lighthouse was included in the US Presidential Proclamation creating San Juan Islands National Monument.