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Great Beds Lighthouse

Fl R 6s🇺🇸New Jersey, USOperational

Location & Light Range

About Great Beds Lighthouse

Great Beds Lighthouse is a maritime navigation aid located in New Jersey, US. It is currently operational and active, providing guidance to vessels navigating the surrounding waters. The light sits at a focal height of 18.5 meters above mean sea level.

Light characteristic: The identifying signal of this lighthouse is Fl R 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 red, which may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.

Position: Great Beds Lighthouse is positioned at 40.4833°N, 74.2500°W, near New Jersey in US.

Geographic context: Great Beds 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

SOUTH AMBOY

USZZM

1.1 NMWNW

Mounts Mills

USZMM

1.2 NMWNW

BROWN'S BOAT YARD

USPUJ

1.8 NMSSW

MORGAN

USGGM

1.9 NMSSW

Tottenville, Staten Island

USTTV

1.9 NMN

Flash Characteristics

Characteristic Signature
Fl R 6s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Red
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
6s

Physical Specifications

Focal Height
18.5m
Light Range
Not available
Status
ACTIVE
City
New Jersey
Country
🇺🇸US
Latitude
40.4833°
Longitude
-74.2500°

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Flag
Type
Name
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Great Beds Lighthouse at night?+
Great Beds displays the characteristic Fl R 6s — 1 red 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 red color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Great Beds Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Great Beds Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is SOUTH AMBOY at 1.1 NM to the WNW. Other ports served include Mounts Mills (1.2 NM WNW), BROWN'S BOAT YARD (1.8 NM SSW), MORGAN (1.9 NM SSW), Tottenville, Staten Island (1.9 NM N). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Great Beds Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Great Beds 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 Great Beds Lighthouse?+
Great Beds 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 Great Beds Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Great Beds 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.