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East Point Lighthouse

Iso WR 6s🇺🇸New Jersey, USInactive

Location & Light Range

About East Point Lighthouse

East Point Lighthouse is a maritime navigation aid located in New Jersey, US. It is currently listed as inactive and may no longer emit a light signal. The light sits at a focal height of 13 meters above mean sea level.

Light characteristic: The identifying signal of this lighthouse is Iso WR 6s. This means the light produces 1 flash every 6 seconds. Mariners use this distinctive pattern to positively identify the light and distinguish it from other aids to navigation in the area. The light color is wr, which may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.

Position: East Point Lighthouse is positioned at 39.1958°N, 75.0273°W, near New Jersey in US.

Geographic context: East Point 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

PORT NORRIS

USOTI

2.5 NMN

LEESBURG

USLEE

3.1 NMNNE

Port Elizabeth

USPEB

6.9 NMNNE

Fairton

USNJF

13.5 NMNW

Cape May

USCGF

14.1 NMSSE

Flash Characteristics

Characteristic Signature
Iso WR 6s
Flash Type
Isophase
Light Color
WR
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
6s

Physical Specifications

Focal Height
13m
Light Range
Not available
Status
INACTIVE
City
New Jersey
Country
🇺🇸US
Latitude
39.1958°
Longitude
-75.0273°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify East Point Lighthouse at night?+
East Point displays the characteristic Iso WR 6s — 1 wr flash every 6 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. The wr color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does East Point Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
East Point Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is PORT NORRIS at 2.5 NM to the N. Other ports served include LEESBURG (3.1 NM NNE), Port Elizabeth (6.9 NM NNE), Fairton (13.5 NM NW), Cape May (14.1 NM SSE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is East Point Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
East Point 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 East Point Lighthouse?+
East Point 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 East Point Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near East Point 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.