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Harbor Island Range Rear Lighthouse

F Green/White🇺🇸Port Aransas, USOperational

Location & Light Range

About Harbor Island Range Rear Lighthouse

The Harbor Island Range Rear light is a 35-meter-tall skeletal steel tower situated on Harbor Island. It operates as part of a range system, with its front light located 1.37 kilometers southeast. This rear light emits a continuous green light for guidance during nighttime hours and switches to a continuous white light for daytime use. With a geographic range of 16.6 nautical miles, it helps vessels maintain a safe course when entering or leaving the port of Port Aransas, which is 0.9 kilometers away.

Why it matters: This rear range light is essential for guiding vessels into Port Aransas by providing a critical alignment with its front light. Its ability to adapt its light color for day and night ensures consistent navigational support in this busy waterway.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
F Green/White
Flash Type
Fixed
Light Color
Green/White
Raw Code
F G
Focal Height
37m
Geographic Range
16.6NM

Location

City
Port Aransas
Country
🇺🇸United States
Region
Texas
Sea Region
A range rear light located on Harbor Island, 1.37 km northwest of its front light, guiding vessels into a harbor or channel.
Latitude
27.8523°
Longitude
-97.0733°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
35m
Tower Shape
skeletal
Material
steel

Structure: A 35m triangular skeletal tower.

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Port Aransas(0.9 km)
Admiralty No.
J4213.1
USCG No.
4-28150
ARLHS No.
USA-1368
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Harbor Island Range Rear Lighthouse at night?+
Harbor Island Range Rear displays the characteristic F Green/White. 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 green/white color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Harbor Island Range Rear Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Harbor Island Range Rear Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is PORT ARANSAS at 1 NM to the SE. Other ports served include Aransas Pass (4.3 NM NW), Ingleside (7.3 NM W), ROCKPORT (11.2 NM N), FULTON (13.4 NM N). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Harbor Island Range Rear Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Harbor Island Range Rear 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.
How can I track vessels near Harbor Island Range Rear Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Harbor Island Range Rear 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.