Gig Harbor Lighthouse

Gig Harbor displays the characteristic Fl R 4s — 1 red 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. The red color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.

Gig Harbor Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is GIG HARBOR at 0.6 NM to the NW. Other ports served include TAHLEQUAH (2.8 NM E), DOCKTON PARK (5.5 NM ENE), Tacoma (7.6 NM ESE), STEILACOOM (9.5 NM S). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.

Yes, Gig Harbor 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.

Gig Harbor 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.

You can track vessels near Gig Harbor 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.