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Lazaretto Point Lighthouse

W🇺🇸Maryland, USInactive

Location & Light Range

About Lazaretto Point Lighthouse

Lazaretto Point Light was a lighthouse situated in Baltimore harbor. The tower stood 9.5 meters tall with a focal height of 10 meters, emitting a white light. The structure is no longer operational. A replica of the lighthouse has been erected near its original location.

Background
The Lazaretto Point Light was a historic lighthouse in Baltimore harbor. Though long demolished, a replica stands near its original site.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
W
Light Color
White
Flash Count
1 flash
Focal Height
10m

Location

City
Maryland
Country
🇺🇸US
Latitude
39.2622°
Longitude
-76.5715°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
9.5m

References & Identifiers

Wikipedia
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Wikidata
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Frequently Asked Questions

Which ports and harbors does Lazaretto Point Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Lazaretto Point Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Baltimore at 0.9 NM to the SW. Other ports served include DUNDALK (2.2 NM ESE), Curtis Bay, Baltimore (2.8 NM SSW), Lansdowne-Baltimore (4 NM WSW), SPARROWS POINT (5 NM ESE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Lazaretto Point Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Lazaretto 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 Lazaretto Point Lighthouse?+
Lazaretto 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 Lazaretto Point Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Lazaretto 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.