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Esopus Island Lighthouse

Fl W 4s🇺🇸Downstate New York, USInactive

Location & Light Range

About Esopus Island Lighthouse

The Esopus Island Lighthouse, with a focal height of 18 meters, emits a white light. This structure is no longer in service. Its heritage status has been recognized.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl W 4s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
4s
Focal Height
18m

Location

City
Downstate New York
Country
🇺🇸US
Latitude
41.8684°
Longitude
-73.9416°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Construction & History

Heritage Status
2

References & Identifiers

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Esopus Island Lighthouse at night?+
Esopus Island displays the characteristic Fl W 4s — 1 white flash every 4 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 Esopus Island Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Esopus Island Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Port Ewen at 2.6 NM to the NNW. Other ports served include Rhinebeck (3.4 NM NNE), Tillson (6.4 NM WSW), POUGHKEEPSIE (9.8 NM S), SAUGERTIES (12.1 NM N). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Esopus Island Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Esopus Island 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 Esopus Island Lighthouse?+
Esopus Island 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 Esopus Island Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Esopus Island 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.