Perched on the northwestern tip of Stuart Island, Washington, Turn Point Light has guided vessels through Haro Strait since 1893. The original fog signal station evolved into a full lighthouse complex, marking one of the sharpest turns on the shipping route between the Pacific and inland waters. The light remains active today under Coast Guard operation, though the tower is not open to public climbing. Its dramatic clifftop setting offers exceptional photography at sunset, when the Olympic Mountains glow beyond the strait. Visitors typically arrive by kayak or private boat, making the hike across Stuart Island to reach the point. Nearby, explore the San Juan Islands’ wildlife — orcas frequently pass through these waters.
Explore Nearby
- Stuart Island Marine State Park — State Park in Washington
- Posey Island Marine State Park — State Park in Washington
- Alaska’s Marine Highway — Scenic Byway in Alaska
- Mountains to Sound Greenway – I-90 — Scenic Byway
- Olympic National Forest — National Forest in Washington
