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Point Gammon Lighthouse

🇺🇸Southeastern Massachusetts, USInactive

Location & Light Range

About Point Gammon Lighthouse

Point Gammon Light was a lighthouse situated on the south end of Great Island in West Yarmouth, Massachusetts. It stood on its namesake point, marking the eastern side of Lewis Bay and the entrance to Hyannis Harbor. The tower measured 21 meters in height, with its focal plane 6 meters above sea level. The light is no longer operational. In the late 19th century, after being deactivated, the structure was repurposed as an ornithological observation tower.

Background
The Point Gammon Light was a lighthouse that stood on its eponymous point at the south end of Great Island in West Yarmouth, Massachusetts, on the east side of Lewis Bay and the entrance to Hyannis Harbor. Long inactive, it was converted into an ornithological observation tower in the late 19th century.

Light & Optic

Flash Count
1 flash
Focal Height
6m

Location

City
Southeastern Massachusetts
Country
🇺🇸US
Latitude
41.6096°
Longitude
-70.2662°

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Tower & Structure

Tower Height
21m

References & Identifiers

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which ports and harbors does Point Gammon Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Point Gammon Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is HYANNIS at 2.4 NM to the NNW. Other ports served include West Yarmouth (2.5 NM NNE), SHIP SHOPS (4.6 NM NE), Osterville (5.8 NM W), MASHPEE NECK (8.9 NM W). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Point Gammon Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Point Gammon 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 Gammon Lighthouse?+
Point Gammon 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 Gammon Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Point Gammon 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.