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Standing guard at the entrance to Prince William Sound, Cape Hinchinbrook Light has guided mariners through Alaska’s treacherous waters since 1910. Built on the remote southwestern tip of Hinchinbrook Island, the lighthouse endured some of the harshest conditions in North America, including the devastating 1964 Good Friday earthquake that damaged the original structure. The light remains active today, serving as a critical navigational aid for vessels entering the Sound.

The station is not open to the public and is accessible only by boat or floatplane. Summer months offer the best photography conditions, with long golden-hour light and dramatic coastal backdrops. Nearby attractions include Cordova, the Copper River Delta, and the stunning glaciers of Prince William Sound.

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