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Lighthouse on the end of Dungeness Spit. Access is by a 5 mi beach walk or a paddle across the bay.
The New Dungeness Lighthouse is a functioning aid to navigation on the Strait of Juan de Fuca, located on the Dungeness Spit in the Dungeness National Wildlife Refuge near Sequim, Clallam County, in the U.S. state of Washington. It has been in continuous operation since 1857, although the current lighthouse tower is 26 feet (7.9 m) shorter than when first constructed.
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The highlight of the refuge is the Dungeness Spit, a narrow strip of land extending 5 mi out into the Strait of Juan de Fuca. The long beach is a popular spot for beachcombing and wildlife viewing, and the bay is good for fishing, sea kayaking, windsurfing and powered paragliding.
Wander the fields at this certified organic lavender farm and browse its gift shop, which offers a variety of lavender products made from lavender oil distilled on-site.