Quick Facts
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- Commisioned on June 30, 1898.
- Designed by Carl Leick, A German born architect employed by the United States Lighthouse Board.
- Lens invented by French Physicist, Augustine Fresnel.
- Third-Order clam shell lens with two bull's-eyes.
- First light keeper was Christian Zauner, who served from 1898 to 1925.
- Entered in the National Register of historic Places invenory in 1977.
- Ownership transferred to the Westport-South Beach historical Society on Ausgust 24, 2004.
- 135 steps to the top of Washington's tallest lighthouse. 107' tall, 123' above sea level.
- The lighthouse is still an active aid to navigation and the modern optic is maintained by the USCG Aid to Navigation Team from Astoria, Oregon.
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Donations are appreciated for the preservation and restoration of the Grays Harbor Light Station.
Visitor Safety Information: Persons climbing the lighouse tower must be at least 40 inches tall. Children under 10 must be accompanied by an adult. Other saftey restrictions apply.
Lighthouse Admission
$5 per person to climb the lighthouse tower. There is no charge to enter the light station grounds, base of lighthouse, or gift shop. A $1 discount will be received if the visitor has already toured the museum.
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