This historic range light once guided vessels safely through the narrow Honolulu Harbor entrance channel, serving as a critical navigational aid for one of the Pacific’s busiest ports. Paired with a front range light, mariners aligned the two beacons to stay centered in the channel—a vital task given Hawaii’s reef-lined waters.

Now deactivated, the light stands as a quiet relic of Honolulu’s maritime heritage. The site is not open to the public and cannot be climbed. Photographers capture the best shots during golden hour, with Diamond Head or harbor activity as a backdrop.

Nearby attractions include Aloha Tower, the Hawaii Maritime Center, and the bustling Honolulu waterfront.

Explore Nearby

• ʻAkaka Falls State Park — State Park in Hawaii
• ʻAiea Bay State Recreation Area — State Park in Hawaii