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Marcus Hook Range Front Lighthouse

F R🇺🇸Delaware, USOperational

Location & Light Range

About Marcus Hook Range Front Lighthouse

This lighthouse is a front range marker for a navigational range on the Delaware River. It has a focal height of 25 meters. The light emits a red color. It is operational. The lighthouse is located in Delaware.

Background
Marcus Hook Range Rear Light is a lighthouse near Bellefonte, Delaware marking a range on the Delaware River. It is the highest light on the Atlantic coast of the United States. The lighthouse is visible on the horizon from the windows of high-rise buildings in downtown Wilmington, Delaware.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
F R
Flash Type
Fixed
Light Color
Red
Flash Count
1 flash
Focal Height
25m

References & Identifiers

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Location

City
Delaware
Country
🇺🇸US
Latitude
39.7760°
Longitude
-75.4754°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Marcus Hook Range Front Lighthouse at night?+
Marcus Hook Range Front displays the characteristic F R. 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 Marcus Hook Range Front Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Marcus Hook Range Front Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Marcus Hook at 3.6 NM to the NE. Other ports served include Penns Grove (3.6 NM S), Wilmington (4 NM SW), Chester (5.8 NM NE), Logan Township (5.8 NM E). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Marcus Hook Range Front Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Marcus Hook Range Front 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 Marcus Hook Range Front Lighthouse?+
Marcus Hook Range Front 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 Marcus Hook Range Front Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Marcus Hook Range Front 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.