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Great Isaac Lighthouse

🇧🇸Bahamas, BSInactive

Location & Light Range

About Great Isaac Lighthouse

The Great Isaac Lighthouse is situated on Great Isaac Cay, a small island in the Bahamas. Construction of this tower was completed in 1859, and it stands at a height of 46 meters. The lighthouse is positioned approximately 32 kilometers north-northeast of the Bimini Islands. Access to the island and its structure is possible only by boat.

Background
Great Isaac Lighthouse is a lighthouse on the small Bahamian island of Great Isaac Cay. Erected in 1859, it is located about 20 miles (32 km) NNE of the Bimini Islands, and accessible only by boat. The lighthouse stands about 151 feet (46 m) tall.

Light & Optic

Flash Count
1 flash

Location

City
Bahamas
Country
🇧🇸BS
Latitude
26.0333°
Longitude
-79.0727°

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Construction & History

Year Built
1851

References & Identifiers

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Wikidata
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Frequently Asked Questions

Which ports and harbors does Great Isaac Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Great Isaac Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 3 nearby ports. The closest is Cat Cays at 30.6 NM to the SSW. Other ports served include Lucaya (37.4 NM NE), West End (39.4 NM N). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Great Isaac Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Great Isaac 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 Great Isaac Lighthouse?+
Great Isaac 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 Isaac Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Great Isaac 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.