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Point Fermin Lighthouse

Fl W 10s🇺🇸Central and Southern California, USInactive

Location & Light Range

About Point Fermin Lighthouse

Point Fermin Light, constructed in 1874, stands as a historic navigational aid in the San Pedro neighborhood of Los Angeles, California. The lighthouse itself is 9 meters tall, with its light positioned at the same focal height. It emitted a white light when operational. The structure has been recognized for its historical significance.

Why it matters: This lighthouse is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

Background
Point Fermin Light is a lighthouse on Point Fermin in the San Pedro neighborhood of Los Angeles, California.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl W 10s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
10s
Focal Height
9m

Construction & History

Year Built
1874
Heritage Status
National Register of Historic Places listed place

References & Identifiers

Wikipedia
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Wikidata
Q7208023 →
OpenStreetMap
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Tower & Structure

Tower Height
9m

Location

City
Central and Southern California
Country
🇺🇸US
Latitude
33.7054°
Longitude
-118.2936°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Point Fermin Lighthouse at night?+
Point Fermin displays the characteristic Fl W 10s — 1 white 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.
Which ports and harbors does Point Fermin Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Point Fermin Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Los Angeles at 2.5 NM to the NE. Other ports served include Wilmington (3.9 NM NNE), Long Beach (5 NM NE), Thenard (5.6 NM NNE), Redondo Beach (9.5 NM NNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Point Fermin Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Point Fermin Lighthouse is currently listed as inactive. It may have been decommissioned, replaced by a different navigation aid, or temporarily taken out of service. Mariners should check the latest Notices to Mariners for current status.
What shipping routes pass near Point Fermin Lighthouse?+
Point Fermin 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 Fermin Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Point Fermin 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.