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Government House Lighthouse

Fl R 3s🇧🇸Bahamas, BSOperational

Location & Light Range

About Government House Lighthouse

This square tower stands 69 meters tall, topped with a green cupola situated on a building. Its focal height reaches 37 meters above sea level. The light exhibits a single red flash every 3 seconds. This characteristic provides a geographic range of 10 nautical miles.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl R 3s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Red
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
3s
Raw Code
Fl.R. period 3s
Focal Height
37m
Geographic Range
10NM

Location

City
Bahamas
Country
🇧🇸BS
Latitude
25.0758°
Longitude
-77.3446°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
69m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
green

Structure: Green cupola on building; 69

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
J4658
NGA No.
12096
Wikidata
Q59134701 →
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Government House Lighthouse at night?+
Government House displays the characteristic Fl R 3s — 1 red flash every 3 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.
Which ports and harbors does Government House Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Government House Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Nassau at 0.5 NM to the NNW. Other ports served include Clifton Point (11.2 NM WSW), San Andros (38.4 NM W), Harbour Island (46.3 NM ENE), Harbour Island (46.3 NM ENE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Government House Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Government House 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 Government House Lighthouse?+
Government House 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 Government House Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Government House 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.