Place to visit
Point Robinson Light, United States: what it is and when to go
Point Robinson Light is a lighthouse in Washington, United States (Seattle). Interests: History and Architecture. The best time to visit is March to October. In June there are 15 h 43 of daylight, and in December, 8 h 16. It has articles in 4 Wikipedias, so it is not one of the busiest places in United States: one to enjoy at a calmer pace. Here is what it is, where it lies, when to come, how to get there and what else is nearby to turn it into a trip.
In a nutshell
- What it is
- Lighthouse in Washington, United States · History, Architecture
- Where
- United States
- Best time
- March to October.
- Nearest airport
- SFO San Francisco, 1,087 km as the crow flies
- Protection
- Protected heritage
- Coordinates
- 47.38813, -122.37436
What it is and where
Point Robinson Light is a lighthouse in Washington, United States (Seattle). It has articles in 4 Wikipedias, so it is not one of the busiest places in United States: one to enjoy at a calmer pace.
The lighthouse has been fully automated since 1978. The Park District owns the upland part of the park; the remainder is on long term lease from the Coast Guard.
It is in Seattle, where this site lists 96 more places to see, 21 km from the centre.
Its coordinates are 47.38813, -122.37436; the nearest main airport is San Francisco International Airport (SFO, San Francisco), 1,087 km as the crow flies. How to get around United States (train, car, bus) is covered in its country guide.
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- Protection
- Protected heritage
It is one of the History and Architecture places in United States. In Kokai it is already on your trip map next to the places you save yourself, and it goes into a day's plan with one tap.
When to go
The best time to visit Point Robinson Light is March to October.
- JanPossible8:40
- FebPossible10:01
- MarBest time11:35
- AprBest time13:23
- MayBest time14:54
- JunBest time15:43
- JulBest time15:23
- AugBest time14:04
- SepBest time12:19
- OctBest time10:35
- NovPossible9:03
- DecPossible8:16
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In June there are 15 h 43 of daylight, and in December, 8 h 16. Daylight hours are calculated from the site's latitude for the 15th of each month; when planning a full day on foot they matter as much as the weather.
| What you come for | Best time | Possible |
|---|---|---|
| History | March to October | November to February |
| Architecture | March to October | November to February |
It is not the same trip whatever you come for: Point Robinson Light has a different season depending on what you want to do here, and Kokai puts it in the right month for you.
When to go to United States in general, with its festivals and peak seasons, is in its country guide.
Before you go to United States
To enter United States there are 9 things to sort out before you leave, starting with “Book national parks and cars in advance”: they are all, with their deadlines, in the United States checklist. Currency: US dollar (USD); plugs: Type A and B · 120 V · 60 Hz (you need an adapter, and check your devices' voltage); emergencies: 911 for everything.
In Kokai you tick off the checklist inside your trip, and each item reminds you when it is time to do it.
What is nearby
- Quarters BHistory159 m
- Quarters AHistory188 m
- MaST Center AquariumWith kids · Wildlife5.8 km
- Quartermaster HarborBay of Puget Sound, on Vashon Island6.9 km
- Dash Point State ParkState park in King County, Washington State, USA8.6 km
Distances are as the crow flies. Everything else is in the United States guide.
More in United States: History
- Empire State Building: skyscraper located in Midtown Manhattan, New York City, USA
- Golden Gate Bridge: suspension bridge on the San Francisco Bay
- Yellowstone National Park: first national park in the world, located in Wyoming, Montana, and Idaho in the United States
- Mount Rushmore: mountain in South Dakota featuring a sculpture of four US presidents
- Central Park: public park at the center of Manhattan in New York City, New York, United States
- Yosemite National Park: national park in California, United States
Every United States place under History, each with its season, is on its page.
Frequently asked questions
What is Point Robinson Light?
It is a lighthouse in Washington, United States. It has articles in 4 Wikipedias, so it is not one of the busiest places in United States: one to enjoy at a calmer pace.
When is the best time to visit Point Robinson Light?
March to October. In June there are 15 h 43 of daylight, and in December, 8 h 16.
How do you get to Point Robinson Light?
The nearest main airport is San Francisco International Airport (SFO), 1,087 km as the crow flies. From there, directions opens the route on the map, and how to get around United States is explained in its country guide.
How do I add it to my trip?
With one tap. In Kokai it is already on the United States map, next to the places you save yourself: add it to a day's plan, give it a time and, if you like, get a reminder when you pass nearby.
What else is around here?
Nearby you have Quarters B, Quarters A, MaST Center Aquarium. The rest is in the United States guide.
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