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King'S Point Lighthouse

Iso W 2s🇺🇸Downstate New York, USInactive

Location & Light Range

About King'S Point Lighthouse

King's Point is a former lighthouse situated in Downstate New York. This bell tower-shaped structure stands 31 meters tall with a focal height of 31 meters. The tower is painted white. Its light characteristic was an isophase white light.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Iso W 2s
Flash Type
Isophase
Light Color
White
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
2s
Raw Code
Iso
Focal Height
31m

Location

City
Downstate New York
Country
🇺🇸US
Latitude
40.8133°
Longitude
-73.7624°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
31m
Tower Shape
bell_tower
Tower Color
white

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
LLNR 27165
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify King'S Point Lighthouse at night?+
King'S Point displays the characteristic Iso W 2s — 1 white 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.
Which ports and harbors does King'S Point Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
King'S Point Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is City Island at 1.5 NM to the NW. Other ports served include BROADLAWN (1.7 NM ENE), WHITESTONE (2.5 NM WSW), Manhasset (2.9 NM ESE), Sands Point (3 NM NE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is King'S Point Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
King'S Point 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 King'S Point Lighthouse?+
King'S Point 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 King'S Point Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near King'S Point 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.