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Point Blunt Lighthouse

Fl G 5s🇺🇸Northern California, USOperational

Location & Light Range

About Point Blunt Lighthouse

The Point Blunt Lighthouse began operation in 1915, with its construction completed in the same year. This light station is situated in Northern California. Its focal height reaches 18 meters above the water. The light emits a green color.

Background
Point Blunt Light is a lighthouse on Angel Island in San Francisco Bay, California.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl G 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Green
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
5s
Focal Height
18m

Location

City
Northern California
Country
🇺🇸US
Latitude
37.8531°
Longitude
-122.4189°

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Type
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Dist.

Construction & History

Year Built
1915

References & Identifiers

Wikipedia
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Wikidata
Q7207964 →
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Point Blunt Lighthouse at night?+
Point Blunt displays the characteristic Fl G 5s — 1 green 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 green color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Point Blunt Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Point Blunt Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Tiburon at 2.1 NM to the NW. Other ports served include Sausalito (2.8 NM W), TREASURE ISLAND (2.9 NM SE), TRAVIS (2.9 NM WSW), Richmond (4.6 NM NNE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Point Blunt Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Point Blunt 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 Point Blunt Lighthouse?+
Point Blunt Lighthouse is located within the US West Coast shipping lane — a major trans-Pacific trade route serving West Coast ports of the United States. This makes it an important navigation reference for commercial shipping traffic in the region.
How can I track vessels near Point Blunt Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Point Blunt 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.