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Hilton Head Range Rear Lighthouse

Not specified🇺🇸South Carolina, USInactive

Location & Light Range

About Hilton Head Range Rear Lighthouse

Hilton Head Range Rear Lighthouse is a maritime navigation aid located in South Carolina, US. It is currently listed as inactive and may no longer emit a light signal. The light sits at a focal height of 29 meters above mean sea level.

Position: Hilton Head Range Rear Lighthouse is positioned at 32.1644°N, 80.7401°W, near South Carolina in US.

Geographic context: Hilton Head Range Rear Lighthouse is situated on the North Pacific Ocean, within the US East Coast shipping lane — a major shipping corridor serving ports along the Atlantic seaboard of the United States. The location falls within the subtropical climate zone with mild winters and warm summers.

Nearby lighthouses in US: Other lighthouses in the region include Abagadasset Point Range, Absecon, Admiralty Head Light, Ahukini Breakwater, Alameda County (Oakland Area) Lighthouses. View all on the Lighthouses Directory.

Nearby Ports

SHELTER COVE HILTON

USHHH

1 NMNNE

Tybee Island

USZYI

11.6 NMSW

Port Royal

USPRJ

12.5 NMNNE

Springfield

USSFY

18.1 NMWSW

Savannah

USSAV

18.8 NMWSW

Flash Characteristics

Characteristic Signature
Not specified
Flash Type
—
Light Color
—
Flash Count
1 flash

Physical Specifications

Focal Height
29m
Light Range
Not available
Status
INACTIVE
City
South Carolina
Country
🇺🇸US
Latitude
32.1644°
Longitude
-80.7401°

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Flag
Type
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Frequently Asked Questions

Which ports and harbors does Hilton Head Range Rear Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Hilton Head Range Rear Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is SHELTER COVE HILTON at 1 NM to the NNE. Other ports served include Tybee Island (11.6 NM SW), Port Royal (12.5 NM NNE), Springfield (18.1 NM WSW), Savannah (18.8 NM WSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Hilton Head Range Rear Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Hilton Head Range Rear 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 Hilton Head Range Rear Lighthouse?+
Hilton Head Range Rear 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 Hilton Head Range Rear Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Hilton Head Range Rear 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.