Top lighthouses
LighthouseCape Sarichef Light
LighthouseScotch Cap Light
LighthouseUnga Spit Light (historical)
LighthouseInner Iliasik Island Light
LighthouseSanak Light (historical)
LighthouseArch Point Light
LighthouseBaralof Bay Light
LighthouseSeal Cape Light
LighthouseUkolnoi Island Light
LighthouseFox Island Light
LighthouseBillings Head Light
LighthousePopof Strait Entrance Light
LighthouseDelta Point Light
LighthouseCold Bay Light (historical)
LighthouseCape Pankof Light (historical)
LighthousePirate Cove Light (historical)
LighthouseCape Wedge Light (historical)
LighthouseIsanotski Strait Light 2
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How to photograph lighthouses
Lighthouses work at both ends of the day: blue hour when the beacon is lit, and golden hour when white towers take on warm tones.
- During blue hour, use 5–15 second exposures to capture the beam; check whether the light is still active.
- Shoot from the beach or a jetty to place the tower against open sky and sea.
- Stormy weather and crashing surf add drama; keep a safe distance from waves on rocks and piers.
- A telephoto from across a bay compresses the tower against cliffs or the moon.
- Many lighthouses are on private or Coast Guard property — check public access and opening hours.
Season: Summer brings open towers and tours; autumn and winter offer storms, fewer crowds and lower sun angles.