Point Wilson

Log in to your account

AroundUs is a community-driven map of interesting places, built by curious explorers like you. It grows with every review, story, and photo you share.
Connect to save your favorite spots, contribute locations, and create personalized routes.
By continuing, you accept our Terms and Conditions and our Privacy Policy
Add to collection
Map
Suggest a change
Share

Point Wilson, Coastal navigation point in Port Townsend, United States.

Point Wilson extends half a mile into water at the junction of Admiralty Inlet and the Strait of Juan de Fuca, creating a critical maritime passage.

The United States Lighthouse Service constructed the current Point Wilson Lighthouse in 1913 to replace the original 1879 structure for maritime navigation safety.

The indigenous Chimakum and S'Klallam tribes named this location Kam-kam-ho and Kam-Kum, reflecting their deep connection to these coastal waters.

The lighthouse and surrounding grounds form part of Fort Worden Historical State Park, offering interpretive displays about maritime navigation and coastal ecology.

The meteorological station at Point Wilson collects data essential for maritime traffic navigating the sharp turn into Puget Sound's shipping channel.

GPS coordinates: 48.14389,-122.75417

Latest update: March 7, 2025 22:50

Around this place
Show the full map
Fort Worden
United States of America

Fort Worden

983 m
Fort Casey
United States of America

Fort Casey

6.1 km
Fort Flagler Historical State Park
United States of America

Fort Flagler Historical State Park

8 km
Fort Ebey State Park
United States of America

Fort Ebey State Park

10 km
Cama Beach Historical State Park
United States of America

Cama Beach Historical State Park

17.8 km
Camano Island State Park
United States of America

Camano Island State Park

19 km
Fort Townsend State Park
United States of America

Fort Townsend State Park

8.2 km
Captain Whidbey Inn
United States of America

Captain Whidbey Inn

9 km
Tamanowas Rock
United States of America

Tamanowas Rock

13.9 km
Admiralty Head Light
United States of America

Admiralty Head Light

5.7 km
Point Wilson Light
United States of America

Point Wilson Light

53 m
Port Townsend Historic District
United States of America

Port Townsend Historic District

3 km
Anderson Lake State Park
United States of America

Anderson Lake State Park

14.4 km
Port Townsend Aero Museum
United States of America

Port Townsend Aero Museum

10.5 km
Protection Island National Wildlife Refuge
United States of America

Protection Island National Wildlife Refuge

13.4 km
Rothschild House
United States of America

Rothschild House

3.1 km
Ferry House
United States of America

Ferry House

6.4 km
Smith Island Light
United States of America

Smith Island Light

20.6 km
Marrowstone Point Light
United States of America

Marrowstone Point Light

6.8 km
St. Paul's Episcopal Church
United States of America

St. Paul's Episcopal Church

3.2 km
Capt. Enoch S. Fowler House
United States of America

Capt. Enoch S. Fowler House

3.4 km
Jefferson County Courthouse
United States of America

Jefferson County Courthouse

3.6 km
Methodist Episcopal Church of Port Hadlock
United States of America

Methodist Episcopal Church of Port Hadlock

12.3 km
South Whidbey State Park
United States of America

South Whidbey State Park

15.4 km
Port Townsend Marine Science Center
United States of America

Port Townsend Marine Science Center

1 km
Fort Worden State Park
United States of America

Fort Worden State Park

983 m
Port Townsend First Baptist Church
United States of America

Port Townsend First Baptist Church

3.1 km
Rose Theatre
United States of America

Rose Theatre

3.3 km
Show the full map

Reviews

Visited this place? Tap the stars to rate it and share your experience / photos with the community! Try now! You can cancel it anytime.

« Point Wilson: Coastal navigation point in Port Townsend, United States » is provided by Around Us (aroundus.com). Images and texts are derived from Wikimedia project under a Creative Commons license. You are allowed to copy, distribute, and modify copies of this page, under the conditions set by the license, as long as this note is clearly visible.

Discover hidden gems everywhere you go!

From secret cafés to breathtaking viewpoints, skip the crowded tourist spots and find places that match your style. Our app makes it easy with voice search, smart filtering, route optimization, and insider tips from travelers worldwide. Download now for the complete mobile experience.

Around Us App Screenshot

A unique approach to discovering new places

Le Figaro

All the places worth exploring

France Info

A tailor-made excursion in just a few clicks

20 Minutes