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Point Comfort Lighthouse

🇺🇸Brigantine, USOperational

Location & Light Range

About Point Comfort Lighthouse

Point Comfort Lighthouse was established in 1856 to assist mariners navigating Sandy Hook Bay in Keansburg, New Jersey. This light marked a point for safe passage in the busy waterway. While its exact period of operation is not precisely documented, its presence served as a significant aid for vessels entering and exiting the bay. Maritime traffic needs and coastal navigation practices have changed over time, leading to the discontinuation of the light. The point no longer features an active beacon, though the surrounding area remains a lively coastal region.

Why it matters: The light was a navigational aid for maritime traffic entering or leaving Sandy Hook Bay.

Tower & Structure

Structure: Point Comfort Lighthouse, established in 1856, once graced the shores of Sandy Hook Bay in Keansburg, New Jersey. Its purpose was to guide mariners navigating the waters of this busy waterway, marking the point for safe passage. While the original structure's exact operational lifespan remains somewhat shrouded in time, its presence marked a crucial navigational aid for vessels entering or leaving the bay. Over the years, the needs of maritime traffic evolved, and the landscape of coastal navigation changed. Today, the light that once shone from Point Comfort is no more; the point itself no longer hosts an active beacon. The area around Keansburg and Sandy Hook Bay continues to be a vibrant coastal community, but the specific light that once defined Point Comfort's navigational role has faded into history, leaving only its legacy as a former guardian of the bay.

Location

City
Brigantine
Country
🇺🇸United States
Region
New Jersey
Sea Region
Sandy Hook Bay in Keansburg
Latitude
39.3948°
Longitude
-74.3895°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Construction & History

Year Built
1856

Significant events: Light discontinued

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Atlantic City(1.8 km)
ARLHS No.
USA-934
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Frequently Asked Questions

Which ports and harbors does Point Comfort Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Point Comfort Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is ATLANTIC CITY at 2 NM to the SW. Other ports served include ABSECON (4.9 NM WNW), VENTNOR CITY (5 NM SW), PLEASANTVILLE (6 NM W), SEA VILLAGE (7.3 NM WSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Point Comfort Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Point Comfort 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 Comfort Lighthouse?+
Point Comfort 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 Point Comfort Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Point Comfort 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.