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Barnegat Lighthouse

Fl W 10s🇺🇸New Jersey, USInactive

Location & Light Range

About Barnegat Lighthouse

Construction of the Barnegat Lighthouse was completed in 1835, with its light first activated that same year. The tower stands 52 meters tall, with its focal plane at 50 meters above sea level. It emits a white light. The lighthouse is situated on the northern tip of Long Beach Island, on the south side of Barnegat Inlet in New Jersey. Although no longer operational, the structure is a listed attraction.

Why it matters: This historic lighthouse is a National Register of Historic Places listed place.

Background
Barnegat Lighthouse (or Barnegat Light, locally nicknamed Old Barney) is a historic lighthouse located in Barnegat Lighthouse State Park on the northern tip of Long Beach Island, in the borough of Barnegat Light, Ocean County, New Jersey, United States, on the south side of Barnegat Inlet.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl W 10s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
10s
Focal Height
50m

Construction & History

Year Built
1835
Heritage Status
National Register of Historic Places listed place

Visiting

Open to public
attraction

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
52m

Location

City
New Jersey
Country
🇺🇸US
Latitude
39.7641°
Longitude
-74.1061°

References & Identifiers

Wikipedia
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Wikidata
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Barnegat Lighthouse at night?+
Barnegat displays the characteristic Fl W 10s — 1 white flash every 10 seconds. Each lighthouse has a unique flash pattern published in the List of Lights, allowing mariners to positively identify it and distinguish it from other navigation aids in the area.
Which ports and harbors does Barnegat Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Barnegat Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Barnegat at 4.3 NM to the WSW. Other ports served include HARVEY CEDARS (4.4 NM SSW), FORKED RIVER (5.6 NM NW), Laurelton (6.3 NM NNW), LANOKA (6.8 NM NNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Barnegat Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Barnegat Lighthouse is currently listed as inactive. It may have been decommissioned, replaced by a different navigation aid, or temporarily taken out of service. Mariners should check the latest Notices to Mariners for current status.
What shipping routes pass near Barnegat Lighthouse?+
Barnegat Lighthouse is located within the US East Coast shipping lane — a major shipping corridor serving ports along the Atlantic seaboard of the United States. This makes it an important navigation reference for commercial shipping traffic in the region.
How can I track vessels near Barnegat Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Barnegat Lighthouse in real time using MarineRadar. The platform shows live AIS positions of ships in the area, including vessel name, type, flag, speed, and course. Use the "Track Vessels Nearby" button on this page to open the live map centered on this lighthouse.