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Latimer Reef Lighthouse

Fl W 6s🇺🇸Downstate New York, USOperational

Location & Light Range

About Latimer Reef Lighthouse

The brick tower of Latimer Reef Light stands 15 meters tall. It was built and first lit in 1804. The round, white structure is situated on Latimer's Reef in Fishers Island Sound. Its focal height reaches 17 meters above the water. The light emits a white flash sequence.

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

Background
Latimer Reef Light is a sparkplug lighthouse on Latimer's Reef in Fishers Island Sound. The lighthouse is located one mile northwest of East Point on Fisher's Island, Suffolk County, New York. Originally called Latemore's Reef after James Latemore.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl W 6s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
6s
Focal Height
17m

Construction & History

Year Built
1804
Heritage Status
National Register of Historic Places listed place

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
J0671
USCG No.
1-20085
ARLHS No.
USA-1049
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Tower & Structure

Tower Height
15m
Tower Shape
round
Tower Color
white
Material
brick

Location

City
Downstate New York
Country
🇺🇸US
Latitude
41.3045°
Longitude
-71.9333°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Latimer Reef Lighthouse at night?+
Latimer Reef displays the characteristic Fl W 6s — 1 white 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.
Which ports and harbors does Latimer Reef Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Latimer Reef Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Stonington at 2 NM to the NE. Other ports served include NOANK SHIPYARD (2.6 NM WNW), Noank (2.7 NM WNW), Mystic (3.3 NM NNW), FISHERS ISLAND (4.2 NM SW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Latimer Reef Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Latimer Reef 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.
What shipping routes pass near Latimer Reef Lighthouse?+
Latimer Reef 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 Latimer Reef Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Latimer Reef 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.