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Ludington North Breakwater Lighthouse

Iso G 6s🇺🇸Michigan's Western Lower Peninsula, USOperational

Location & Light Range

About Ludington North Breakwater Lighthouse

Also known as: Ludington Light

This green lighthouse, completed in 1924, stands 17 meters high. Its focal height is also 17 meters. The structure emits an isophase green light. This light has a geographic range of 8 nautical miles. The lighthouse is located on Michigan's Western Lower Peninsula.

Why it matters: This lighthouse has heritage status.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Iso G 6s
Flash Type
Isophase
Light Color
Green
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
6s
Raw Code
Iso
Focal Height
17m
Geographic Range
8NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1924
Heritage Status
2

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
LLNR 18530
Wikipedia
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Wikidata
Q6698798 →
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Tower & Structure

Tower Height
17m
Tower Color
green

Location

City
Michigan's Western Lower Peninsula
Country
🇺🇸US
Latitude
43.9536°
Longitude
-86.4694°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Ludington North Breakwater Lighthouse at night?+
Ludington North Breakwater 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 Ludington North Breakwater Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Ludington North Breakwater Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Ludington at 0.9 NM to the ESE. Other ports served include PENTWATER (10.7 NM S), MANISTEE (18.7 NM NNE), New Era (24.9 NM SSE), ONEKAMA (26.7 NM NNE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Ludington North Breakwater Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Ludington North Breakwater 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 Ludington North Breakwater Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Ludington North Breakwater 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.