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Newport Harbor Lighthouse

F G🇺🇸Rhode Island, USOperational

Location & Light Range

About Newport Harbor Lighthouse

Also known as: Goat Island Light

This lighthouse, established in 1823, stands 11 meters tall with its focal plane at 10 meters. It emits a green light that flashes once every period, providing a geographic range of 9 nautical miles. The tower itself is painted green. This structure is situated on the north end of Goat Island.

Why it matters: The Newport Harbor Light is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

Background
The Newport Harbor Light, also known as the Goat Island Light or Green Light, built in 1842, is located on north end of Goat Island, which is part of the city of Newport, Rhode Island, United States, in Narragansett Bay. The light was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1988.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
F G
Flash Type
Fixed
Light Color
Green
Flash Count
1 flash
Raw Code
F
Focal Height
10m
Geographic Range
9NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1823
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
11m
Tower Color
green

Location

City
Rhode Island
Country
🇺🇸US
Latitude
41.4933°
Longitude
-71.3271°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Newport Harbor Lighthouse at night?+
Newport Harbor displays the characteristic F G. 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 Newport Harbor Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Newport Harbor Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Newport at 0.5 NM to the NW. Other ports served include Newport (0.6 NM S), FORT WETHERILL STATE (1.6 NM WSW), SAUNDERSTOWN (4.2 NM WNW), MELVILLE (6 NM NNE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Newport Harbor Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Newport Harbor 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 Newport Harbor Lighthouse?+
Newport Harbor 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 Newport Harbor Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Newport Harbor 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.