Quick answer (October 2026): Point No Point Lighthouse is the historic light station at 9009 Point No Point Road NE, Hansville, Washington, on the northern Kitsap Peninsula facing Puget Sound. The light was established in 1879, making it one of the region’s earliest permanent navigational landmarks. The dedicated Kitsap County Parks page says Point No Point County Park has reopened after a long shoreline-repair project. Visitors can see the lighthouse from park grounds, although fencing still protects restoration areas and interior tours depend on volunteer availability.
Point No Point Lighthouse quick facts
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Address | 9009 Point No Point Road NE, Hansville, WA |
| Park area | 61 acres |
| Light established | 1879 |
| Tower style | Low, square white tower attached to station buildings |
| Current status | Park reopened after shoreline stabilization; obey protected-area signs |
| Interior tours | Volunteer-led events, not guaranteed daily |
| Activities | Beach access, historic site, birdwatching, Puget Sound views |
Information is from the county’s dedicated park page and U.S. Coast Guard light station history.
Has Point No Point Park reopened in 2026?
Yes, according to the park’s current official page. Powerful winter storms in 2022–2023 damaged shoreline and road infrastructure, leading to extensive restoration. A complicated permitting process delayed some phases of the work. The county says visitors are welcome again but asks them to remain outside fenced areas so new native vegetation and shoreline improvements can become established. Some older county FAQ pages still refer to closed vehicle access; those historical pages should not override the newer park-specific announcement or fresh signs at the entrance.
How to get there from Poulsbo
Kitsap County directions lead north along Hansville Road from Highway 104 for roughly eight miles, then turn right onto Point No Point Road to reach the park. Check current access instructions before driving because earlier repairs affected the road and parking. Do not block residential driveways if a designated lot is busy. If a map app routes you to a closed work zone, use the county’s official instructions instead.
Why is Point No Point Light unusual?
Rather than a spectacular tall tower on a cliff, the light is a relatively low white station on a projecting shoreline. Its square brick-and-stucco tower is joined to adjacent buildings with a red roof. The Coast Guard identifies its original 1879 tower as still in service and says the light was automated in 1977. Its appearance makes it easy to distinguish from taller ocean-facing lights such as Cape Disappointment on Washington’s Pacific coast.
A real photograph from July 1944
The featured image is an authentic United States Coast Guard photograph archived by the National Archives and titled Point No Point, looking west, July 1944. It documents the historic lighthouse site and shoreline rather than today’s rebuilt parking or planting conditions. Using the correct date prevents an old photograph from misleading people about recent storm damage or 2026 access.
Can you climb or tour the lighthouse?
The U.S. Lighthouse Society occupies the historic keeper’s quarters and local volunteers help provide interpretation. A county notice invites people to volunteer as guides, but it does not promise daily walk-in tower access. Check with the Friends of Point No Point or the county before planning around an interior visit. The keeper’s duplex is also listed as a possible overnight rental through the lighthouse society, which is separate from regular daytime park use.
What should visitors do at the beach?
The coast provides views of vessel traffic, distant shorelines and marine birds. Bring binoculars rather than approaching wildlife. Waters near the northern tip of the Kitsap Peninsula can have strong currents; avoid entering water if conditions are uncertain. Respect protected plantings, stay out of private tidelands and leave driftwood habitats as you found them. Follow the park’s latest dog and shoreline rules.
Point No Point versus Point No Point in Maryland
The name is shared by a Chesapeake Bay lighthouse in Maryland, which is a separate, offshore caisson structure. This guide concerns the Washington station at Hansville. Double-check the state when booking accommodation, searching for photographs or checking directions. The Washington light has a low shore-connected station rather than Maryland’s red-and-white offshore dwelling tower.
Frequently asked questions
Is Point No Point Lighthouse open in 2026?
The county says its park has reopened. Interior tours depend on staffing and are not guaranteed each day.
Where is Point No Point in Washington?
At Hansville on the north Kitsap Peninsula, overlooking Puget Sound.
When was the lighthouse built?
Its original station was established in 1879.
Are there two Point No Point lighthouses?
Yes. Washington’s Hansville light and Maryland’s Chesapeake Bay light are distinct places.
Checked October 2026: Kitsap County official park status; Coast Guard history.
