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Big Bend East Range Front Lighthouse

Q R🇺🇸Western Florida, USInactive

Location & Light Range

About Big Bend East Range Front Lighthouse

This structure is situated in Western Florida. It stands at a focal height of 30 meters. The light emitted is red.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Q R
Flash Type
Quick
Light Color
Red
Flash Count
1 flash
Focal Height
30m

Nearby Vessels

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Type
Name
Dist.

Location

City
Western Florida
Country
🇺🇸US
Latitude
27.8065°
Longitude
-82.4046°
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Big Bend East Range Front Lighthouse at night?+
Big Bend East Range Front displays the characteristic Q R. 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. The red color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Big Bend East Range Front Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Big Bend East Range Front Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Hillsborough Bay at 0.5 NM to the SW. Other ports served include Big Bend (0.8 NM WSW), APOLLO BEACH (1.7 NM SW), Tampa (7.5 NM NW), Saint Petersburg (12.1 NM WSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Big Bend East Range Front Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Big Bend East Range Front 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.
How can I track vessels near Big Bend East Range Front Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Big Bend East Range Front 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.