The original fourth-order Fresnel lens was replaced by a modern optic in 1979 but remains preserved on-site.
The lighthouse was placed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1977.
The park grounds were once part of the site where the Treaty of Mukilteo was signed in 1855.
The current lighthouse replaced a temporary structure that stood on the same point starting in 1903.
The tower stands 38 feet tall from base to lantern deck.
Lighthouse Park is a 14-acre waterfront destination situated on the shores of Possession Sound in Mukilteo, Washington. The site is anchored by the historic Mukilteo Lighthouse, which has been in operation since 1906. Visitors have access to designated beach areas, tide pools, and walking trails that connect to the surrounding forested terrain. The park features a large picnic area equipped with community fire pits for public use. It serves as a primary viewing point for the nearby Mukilteo-Clinton ferry terminal operations. The shoreline consists of a mix of sandy patches and rocky outcrops. The park provides unobstructed views of Whidbey Island across the water.
The shoreline angle looking toward the lighthouse with the ferry crossing in the background.
Bring a windbreaker or layers, as the proximity to the Puget Sound makes the shoreline significantly colder than inland areas.
Check local fire regulations posted at the park entrance before planning to use the fire pits.
Arrive early during summer weekends to secure a parking spot, as the lot fills quickly.
Attempting to park on neighborhood streets outside the designated lots, as local enforcement is frequent and strict.
The lighthouse tower is typically only open for tours during weekends and holidays between spring and early autumn.
Leashed pets are allowed on trails, but strictly prohibited on the designated swimming beaches.
