WayfarrowEldred Rock Light
Lighthouse · Haines County, Alaska
Eldred Rock Light is a lighthouse in Haines County, Alaska. Alaska has 20 lighthouses on record at Wayfarrow.
It was built in 1906, in the early 20th century, making it the oldest of the 11 in Alaska with a recorded construction date; the tower stands about 56 feet tall (4th tallest of 9 measured in Alaska); the light characteristic is recorded as Fl W 6s (a white flash every 6 seconds).
Status check, 2026-11: Approved in 1905 but finished June 1, 1906 because of weather delays; it is Alaska's oldest original lighthouse building, and 56 ft is the total height of the octagonal building with its tower. Eldred Rock Light is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. It stands at 58.9716° N, 135.2212° W.
Key facts
| Current structure built | 1906 |
|---|---|
| Tower height | 56 ft |
| Light characteristic | Fl W 6s |
| Heritage designation | National Register of Historic Places listed place |
| National Register | Listed |
| Coordinates | 58.97156, -135.22120 |
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