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Hudson City Lighthouse

Fl G 2s🇺🇸Downstate New York, USInactive

Location & Light Range

About Hudson City Lighthouse

The Hudson City Lighthouse features a green tower standing 15 meters tall. It emits a green flashing light. The structure is no longer operational.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl G 2s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Green
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
2s
Raw Code
Fl
Focal Height
15m

Location

City
Downstate New York
Country
🇺🇸US
Latitude
42.2520°
Longitude
-73.8087°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Color
green

References & Identifiers

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Hudson City Lighthouse at night?+
Hudson City displays the characteristic Fl G 2s — 1 green flash every 2 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 green color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Hudson City Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Hudson City Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is HAGAR'S at 1.6 NM to the NNE. Other ports served include CATSKILL (3.3 NM SW), Coxsackie, Greene (6.7 NM N), CEMENTON NY (7.1 NM SSW), SAUGERTIES (12.4 NM SSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Hudson City Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Hudson City 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.
How can I track vessels near Hudson City Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Hudson City 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.