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Fire Island Lighthouse

Fl W 7.5s🇺🇸Long Island New York, USOperational

Location & Light Range

About Fire Island Lighthouse

Constructed in 1826, this lighthouse stands 51 meters tall with its light positioned 55 meters above sea level. It emits a white light, serving as a navigational aid on the western end of Fire Island, a barrier island off the southern coast of Long Island, New York. The structure is part of the Fire Island Light Station, which includes keepers' quarters and a lens building housing an original first-order Fresnel lens. The lighthouse is situated on the Great South Bay within the Fire Island National Seashore.

Why it matters: The Fire Island Lighthouse is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

Background
The Fire Island Lighthouse is a visible landmark on the Great South Bay, in southern Suffolk County, New York, on the western end of Fire Island, a barrier island off the southern coast of Long Island. The lighthouse is located within Fire Island National Seashore and just to the east of Robert Moses State Park. It is part of the Fire Island Light Station which contains the light, keepers quarters, the lens building containing the original first-order Fresnel lens, and a boat house.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl W 7.5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
7.5s
Focal Height
55m

Construction & History

Year Built
1826
Heritage Status
National Register of Historic Places listed place

References & Identifiers

Wikipedia
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Wikidata
Q5451374 →

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
51m

Location

City
Long Island New York
Country
🇺🇸US
Latitude
40.6324°
Longitude
-73.2186°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Fire Island Lighthouse at night?+
Fire Island 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 Fire Island Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Fire Island Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is BAYBERRY at 4.4 NM to the N. Other ports served include BABYLON (5.9 NM NW), LONG ISLAND (5.9 NM WNW), BERGEN POINT (6.1 NM WNW), NEGUNTATOGUE CREEK (6.6 NM WNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Fire Island Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Fire Island Lighthouse is currently operational. It is actively maintained and continues to emit its characteristic light signal for marine navigation. Most modern lighthouses are automated and monitored remotely by the national maritime authority.
What shipping routes pass near Fire Island Lighthouse?+
Fire 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 Fire Island Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Fire 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.