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Cape Hatteras Lighthouse

Fl W 7.5s🇺🇸North Carolina/Buxton/Hatteras, USInactive

Location & Light Range

About Cape Hatteras Lighthouse

Cape Hatteras Lighthouse is a maritime navigation aid located in North Carolina/Buxton/Hatteras, US. It is currently listed as inactive and may no longer emit a light signal. The light sits at a focal height of 58.5 meters above mean sea level.

Light characteristic: The identifying signal of this lighthouse is Fl W 7.5s. This means the light produces 1 flash every 7.5 seconds. Mariners use this distinctive pattern to positively identify the light and distinguish it from other aids to navigation in the area. The light displays a white signal, the most common color for major coastal lights.

Position: Cape Hatteras Lighthouse is positioned at 35.2505°N, 75.5290°W, near North Carolina/Buxton/Hatteras in US.

Geographic context: Cape Hatteras Lighthouse is situated on the North Atlantic Ocean, within the US East Coast shipping lane — a major shipping corridor serving ports along the Atlantic seaboard of the United States. The location falls within the temperate maritime climate zone.

Nearby lighthouses in US: Other lighthouses in the region include Abagadasset Point Range, Absecon, Admiralty Head Light, Ahukini Breakwater, Alameda County (Oakland Area) Lighthouses. View all on the Lighthouses Directory.

Nearby Ports

HATTERAS

USHNC

8.9 NMWSW

SWAN QUARTER

USSQ2

39.9 NMWNW

MORRIS

USMOX

44.4 NMWSW

GERMANTOWN

USGMN

46.7 NMWNW

Kitty Hawk

USKTT

49.7 NMN

Flash Characteristics

Characteristic Signature
Fl W 7.5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
7.5s

Physical Specifications

Focal Height
58.5m
Light Range
Not available
Status
INACTIVE
City
North Carolina/Buxton/Hatteras
Country
🇺🇸US
Latitude
35.2505°
Longitude
-75.5290°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Cape Hatteras Lighthouse at night?+
Cape Hatteras displays the characteristic Fl W 7.5s — 1 white flash every 7.5 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 Cape Hatteras Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Cape Hatteras Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is HATTERAS at 8.9 NM to the WSW. Other ports served include SWAN QUARTER (39.9 NM WNW), MORRIS (44.4 NM WSW), GERMANTOWN (46.7 NM WNW), Kitty Hawk (49.7 NM N). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Cape Hatteras Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Cape Hatteras 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 Cape Hatteras Lighthouse?+
Cape Hatteras 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 Cape Hatteras Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Cape Hatteras 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.