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Paradise Island Lighthouse

Fl WR 5s🇧🇸Bahamas, BSOperational

Location & Light Range

About Paradise Island Lighthouse

Paradise Island Lighthouse was constructed and first lit in 1817. The tower reaches a height of 19 meters, with its focal plane situated at 21 meters. It displays a single white flash every 5 seconds. This light has a geographic range of 13 nautical miles.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl WR 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
WR
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl.W. period 5s
Focal Height
21m
Geographic Range
13NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1817

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
J4655
NGA No.
110-12084
Wikidata
Q28038699 →
OpenStreetMap
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Tower & Structure

Tower Height
19m

Location

City
Bahamas
Country
🇧🇸BS
Latitude
25.0868°
Longitude
-77.3516°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Paradise Island Lighthouse at night?+
Paradise Island displays the characteristic Fl WR 5s — 1 wr flash every 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 wr color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Paradise Island Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Paradise Island Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Nassau at 0.2 NM to the SSE. Other ports served include Clifton Point (11.2 NM WSW), San Andros (38 NM W), Harbour Island (46.2 NM ENE), Harbour Island (46.2 NM ENE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Paradise Island Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Paradise Island 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 Paradise Island Lighthouse?+
Paradise Island 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 Paradise Island Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Paradise Island 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.