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Martin Reef Lighthouse

Fl WR 10s🇺🇸Michigan's Eastern Upper Peninsula, USOperational

Location & Light Range

About Martin Reef Lighthouse

The Martin Reef Light Station stands in northern Lake Huron, south of Cadogan Point. This structure rises 16 meters tall, with its light positioned 20 meters above the water. It emits a white and red light. The station became operational at this location in Michigan's Eastern Upper Peninsula.

Why it matters: This light station is a National Register of Historic Places listed place.

Background
The Martin Reef Light Station is a lighthouse located in northern Lake Huron, 4.3 miles (6.9 km) south of Cadogan Point in Clark Township, Michigan. It was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 2005.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl WR 10s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
WR
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
10s
Focal Height
20m

Construction & History

Heritage Status
National Register of Historic Places listed place

References & Identifiers

Wikipedia
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Wikidata
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Tower & Structure

Tower Height
16m

Location

City
Michigan's Eastern Upper Peninsula
Country
🇺🇸US
Latitude
45.9167°
Longitude
-84.1500°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Martin Reef Lighthouse at night?+
Martin Reef displays the characteristic Fl WR 10s — 1 wr flash every 10 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 wr color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Martin Reef Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Martin Reef Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is CEDARVILLE at 10 NM to the WNW. Other ports served include De Tour Village (11.5 NM ENE), DRUMMOND ISLAND (12.1 NM ENE), Mackinac Island (19.9 NM WSW), CHEBOYGAN (20.7 NM SW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Martin Reef Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Martin Reef 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 Martin Reef Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Martin Reef 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.