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

Hunting Island Lighthouse

Fl W 30s🇺🇸South Carolina, USInactive

Location & Light Range

About Hunting Island Lighthouse

Construction of the Hunting Island Light began in 1859 and it was first illuminated the same year. The tower stands 41.5 meters tall, with its focal plane at 40 meters above sea level. It emits a white light. The lighthouse is located in Hunting Island State Park, near Beaufort, South Carolina. Although no longer an active navigational aid, the structure remains a notable feature of the park.

Why it matters: The lighthouse was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1970.

Background
The Hunting Island Light is located in Hunting Island State Park on Hunting Island near Beaufort, South Carolina. Although no longer used as a functioning lighthouse, the tower is a fixture at the state park and is open to visitors. It was named to the National Register of Historic Places in 1970.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl W 30s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
30s
Focal Height
40m

Construction & History

Year Built
1859
Heritage Status
National Register of Historic Places listed place

References & Identifiers

Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Wikidata
Q15226936 →
OpenStreetMap
View on OSM →

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
41.5m

Location

City
South Carolina
Country
🇺🇸US
Latitude
32.3756°
Longitude
-80.4375°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
Live tracking · 50,000+ mariners

Find Hunting Island Lighthouse on the live nautical map

Plan voyages near US, 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 Hunting Island Lighthouse at night?+
Hunting Island displays the characteristic Fl W 30s — 1 white flash every 30 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.
Which ports and harbors does Hunting Island Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Hunting Island Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is EDISTO at 8.7 NM to the NE. Other ports served include Port Royal (12.5 NM W), SHELTER COVE HILTON (18.9 NM SW), Wadmalaw Island (22.2 NM NE), Tybee Island (31.4 NM SW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Hunting Island Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Hunting Island 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 Hunting Island Lighthouse?+
Hunting Island 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 Hunting Island Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Hunting Island 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.