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IVY Club Lighthouse

Fl Green🇺🇸Peoria Heights, USOperational

Location & Light Range

About IVY Club Lighthouse

Also known as: IVY Club (Peoria Heights)

A green flashing light is displayed from a lantern mounted on the roof of a three-story yacht club building. This light is situated on the west bank of the Illinois River, specifically at river mile 167.8 in Peoria Heights. It has a focal height of 18 meters and a geographic range of 12.7 nautical miles. The site is open to the public, though access to the tower itself is restricted. The nearest port is Peoria, located 3.7 kilometers away.

Why it matters: The IVY Club light serves as a navigational aid for recreational boaters and members of the Illinois Valley Yacht and Canoe Club, marking a specific point on the Illinois River.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl Green
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Green
Raw Code
Fl G
Focal Height
18m
Geographic Range
12.7NM

Location

City
Peoria Heights
Country
🇺🇸United States
Region
Illinois
Sea Region
Illinois River at river mile 167.8, on the west side in Peoria Heights.
Latitude
40.7483°
Longitude
-89.5572°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Peoria(3.7 km)

Tower & Structure

Structure: A lantern is mounted atop a 3-story yacht club building.

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify IVY Club Lighthouse at night?+
IVY Club displays the characteristic Fl Green. 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 IVY Club Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
IVY Club Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is GALENA PEORIA at 2.8 NM to the NNW. Other ports served include EASTPORT (3.2 NM S), Peoria (3.7 NM SSW), PEORIA (4.8 NM SSW), CHILLICOTHE (10.1 NM NNE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is IVY Club Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, IVY Club 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 IVY Club Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near IVY Club 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.