Get the MarineRadar appSatellite AISSatellite live trackingTrack any shipLive alerts112,000+ ships trackedDownload free

Hilo Range Rear Lighthouse

Iso Green 6s🇺🇸USOperational

Location & Light Range

About Hilo Range Rear Lighthouse

The Hilo Range Rear light is a 25-meter square tapered skeletal tower painted white. It features a rectangular daymark, red with a white vertical stripe. The light emits a green isophase signal every 6 seconds. Situated on a bluff off Kalanianaole Avenue, east of the Hilo cruise ship pier, its focal height reaches 39 meters. This light provides a geographic range of 16.9 nautical miles and is positioned to guide large vessels across Hilo harbor to the cruise ship quay. The tower itself is 19.2 kilometers from the nearest port of Hilo.

Why it matters: This range light is essential for the safe transit of large vessels, including cruise ships, into Hilo harbor, guiding them precisely to the quay. Its strategic placement on a bluff ensures critical alignment information for mariners navigating the busy port entrance.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Iso Green 6s
Flash Type
Isophase
Light Color
Green
Interval
6s
Raw Code
Iso G 6s
Focal Height
39m
Geographic Range
16.9NM

Location

Country
🇺🇸United States
Region
Hawaii
Sea Region
Guides large vessels across Hilo harbor to the cruise ship quay, located on a bluff off Kalanianaole Avenue east of the cruise ship pier on the east side of Hilo.
Latitude
19.5163°
Longitude
-154.8109°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
25m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
white and carrying a rectangular daymark colored red with a white vertical stripe

Structure: square tapered skeletal tower, painted white and carrying a rectangular daymark colored red with a white vertical stripe

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Hilo(19.2 km)
Admiralty No.
G7202.1
USCG No.
6-28065
ARLHS No.
HAW-002
Live tracking · 50,000+ mariners

Find Hilo Range Rear Lighthouse on the live nautical map

Plan voyages near United States, see nearby vessels in real time, and explore 14,900+ navigation aids in the app.

Nautical mapNearby vesselsVoyage planning
Get the App

Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Hilo Range Rear Lighthouse at night?+
Hilo Range Rear displays the characteristic Iso Green 6s. 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 color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Hilo Range Rear Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Hilo Range Rear Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 1 nearby port. The closest is Hilo at 19.6 NM to the NW. Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Hilo Range Rear Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Hilo 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 Hilo Range Rear Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Hilo 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.