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Ludington South Breakwater Lighthouse

Fl R 2.5s🇺🇸Michigan's Western Lower Peninsula, USOperational

Location & Light Range

About Ludington South Breakwater Lighthouse

The Ludington South Breakwater is a navigational aid located in Michigan's Western Lower Peninsula. This structure stands 9 meters tall. It emits a single red flashing light. The focal height of the light is also 9 meters. The structure is currently operational.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl R 2.5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Red
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
2.5s
Raw Code
Fl
Focal Height
9m
Geographic Range
6NM

Location

City
Michigan's Western Lower Peninsula
Country
🇺🇸US
Latitude
43.9500°
Longitude
-86.4667°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
9m
Tower Shape
navigation
Tower Color
red

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
LLNR 18555
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Ludington South Breakwater Lighthouse at night?+
Ludington South Breakwater displays the characteristic Fl R 2.5s — 1 red flash every 2.5 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. The red color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Ludington South Breakwater Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Ludington South Breakwater Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Ludington at 0.7 NM to the ESE. Other ports served include PENTWATER (10.5 NM S), MANISTEE (18.9 NM NNE), New Era (24.7 NM SSE), ONEKAMA (26.9 NM NNE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Ludington South Breakwater Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Ludington South 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 South Breakwater Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Ludington South 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.