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Long Beach Lighthouse

Fl W 5s🇺🇸Central and Southern California, USOperational

Location & Light Range

About Long Beach Lighthouse

The Long Beach Harbor Light stands 13 meters tall with a focal height of 15 meters. Its white tower is equipped with a light that emits a single white flash. This light has a geographic range of 20 nautical miles. The station is currently operational.

Background
Long Beach Light also known as the Long Beach Harbor Light, is a lighthouse on Long Beach Harbor in California.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl W 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl
Focal Height
15m
Geographic Range
20NM

Location

City
Central and Southern California
Country
🇺🇸US
Latitude
33.7232°
Longitude
-118.1869°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
13m
Tower Color
white

References & Identifiers

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Long Beach Lighthouse at night?+
Long Beach displays the characteristic Fl W 5s — 1 white flash every 5 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 Long Beach Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Long Beach Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Long Beach at 2.3 NM to the NW. Other ports served include Los Angeles (4 NM WNW), Thenard (4.3 NM NNW), SEAL BEACH (4.6 NM E), Wilmington (4.8 NM WNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Long Beach Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Long Beach 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 Long Beach Lighthouse?+
Long Beach Lighthouse is located within the US West Coast shipping lane — a major trans-Pacific trade route serving West Coast ports of the United States. This makes it an important navigation reference for commercial shipping traffic in the region.
How can I track vessels near Long Beach Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Long Beach 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.