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Cape Meares Lighthouse

🇺🇸Oregon, USInactive

Location & Light Range

About Cape Meares Lighthouse

The Cape Meares Lighthouse stands as a 38-meter tower in Oregon. Its focal height reaches 12 meters above sea level. The light mechanism is no longer in operation. The structure itself remains a notable feature on the coastline.

Why it matters: This lighthouse is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

Light & Optic

Flash Count
1 flash
Focal Height
12m

Construction & History

Heritage Status
National Register of Historic Places listed place

References & Identifiers

Wikipedia
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Wikidata
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Tower & Structure

Tower Height
38m

Location

City
Oregon
Country
🇺🇸US
Latitude
45.4864°
Longitude
-123.9780°

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which ports and harbors does Cape Meares Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Cape Meares Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is NETARTS BAY at 3.6 NM to the SSE. Other ports served include PARADISE COVE (12.5 NM NNE), Wheeler (12.9 NM NNE), Lincoln City (31.2 NM S), Lafayette (40 NM ESE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Cape Meares Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Cape Meares 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 Meares Lighthouse?+
Cape Meares Lighthouse is located within the US West Coast shipping lane — a major trans-Pacific trade route serving West Coast ports 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 Meares Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Cape Meares 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.