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Lansing Shoals Lighthouse

Fl W 10s🇺🇸Michigan's Eastern Upper Peninsula, USInactive

Location & Light Range

About Lansing Shoals Lighthouse

This lighthouse structure stands 18 meters tall, with its focal plane at 21 meters. The light emitted is white. Located in Michigan's Eastern Upper Peninsula, it is no longer operational. The original construction details and operational dates are not specified.

Why it matters: This site is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl W 10s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
10s
Focal Height
21m

Construction & History

Heritage Status
National Register of Historic Places listed place

References & Identifiers

Wikipedia
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Wikidata
Q6487483 →

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
18m

Location

City
Michigan's Eastern Upper Peninsula
Country
🇺🇸US
Latitude
45.9033°
Longitude
-85.5619°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Lansing Shoals Lighthouse at night?+
Lansing Shoals displays the characteristic Fl W 10s — 1 white flash every 10 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 Lansing Shoals Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Lansing Shoals Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Beaver Island at 9.6 NM to the SSE. Other ports served include Brevort (23.1 NM ENE), MANISTIQUE (28.8 NM W), MACKINAW CITY (35.8 NM ESE), CHARLEVOIX (37.5 NM SSE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Lansing Shoals Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Lansing Shoals 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 Lansing Shoals Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Lansing Shoals 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.