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Lapointe Lighthouse

Iso G 6s🇺🇸Northern Wisconsin, USOperational

Location & Light Range

About Lapointe Lighthouse

The Lapointe Lighthouse features a 70-meter green tower situated in Northern Wisconsin. Its focal plane stands 21 meters above the water. The lighthouse emits a green light with an isophase characteristic. This means the duration of light and darkness is equal on a cycle.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Iso G 6s
Flash Type
Isophase
Light Color
Green
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
6s
Raw Code
Iso
Focal Height
21m
Geographic Range
8NM

Location

City
Northern Wisconsin
Country
🇺🇸US
Latitude
46.7287°
Longitude
-90.7850°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
70m
Tower Color
green

References & Identifiers

Wikipedia
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Wikidata
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Lapointe Lighthouse at night?+
Lapointe displays the characteristic Iso G 6s — 1 green flash every 6 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. The green color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Lapointe Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Lapointe Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is LA POINTE at 3 NM to the N. Other ports served include Bayfield (4.8 NM NNW), Ashland (8.7 NM SSW), Glidden (36.6 NM SSE), Silver Bay (38.4 NM NNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Lapointe Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Lapointe 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 Lapointe Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Lapointe 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.