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Juneau Area and Borough (Lower Lynn Canal) Lighthouses Lighthouse

Fl White 6s🇺🇸USOperational

Location & Light Range

About Juneau Area and Borough (Lower Lynn Canal) Lighthouses Lighthouse

This black tower emits a white light that flashes once every 6 seconds. Established to mark a significant point within the Juneau Area and Borough, its position aids navigation in the Lower Lynn Canal. The structure stands at coordinates -134.955025,58.411784, near Auke Bay. While the site is open for visitors to explore, the tower itself remains closed to the public. It is a functioning aid to navigation, serving maritime traffic in this Alaskan waterway.

Why it matters: The lighthouse is important for the safe transit of vessels through the Lower Lynn Canal, a waterway known for its strong currents and frequent fog.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 6s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
6s
Raw Code
Fl W 6s

Location

Country
🇺🇸United States
Region
Alaska
Sea Region
Juneau Area and Borough, Lower Lynn Canal
Latitude
58.4118°
Longitude
-134.9550°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Auke Bay(8.9 km)
Admiralty No.
G6528
ARLHS No.
ALK-010

Tower & Structure

Tower Color
black

Structure: A black tower.

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

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Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Juneau Area and Borough (Lower Lynn Canal) Lighthouses Lighthouse at night?+
Juneau Area and Borough (Lower Lynn Canal) Lighthouses displays the characteristic Fl White 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 white color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Juneau Area and Borough (Lower Lynn Canal) Lighthouses Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Juneau Area and Borough (Lower Lynn Canal) Lighthouses Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Auke Bay at 8.9 NM to the ESE. Other ports served include Excursion Inlet (15.5 NM W), Hawk Inlet (18.3 NM SSE), Juneau (18.5 NM ESE), Pleasant Island (21.7 NM W). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Juneau Area and Borough (Lower Lynn Canal) Lighthouses Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Juneau Area and Borough (Lower Lynn Canal) Lighthouses 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 Juneau Area and Borough (Lower Lynn Canal) Lighthouses Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Juneau Area and Borough (Lower Lynn Canal) Lighthouses 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.