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Point Lookout Lighthouse

🇺🇸Maryland, USInactive

Location & Light Range

About Point Lookout Lighthouse

Construction of the Point Lookout Lighthouse was completed in 1830. The lighthouse stands at a focal height of 7.5 meters. It is located in Maryland. The light is no longer operational.

Light & Optic

Flash Count
1 flash
Focal Height
7.5m

Location

City
Maryland
Country
🇺🇸US
Latitude
38.0387°
Longitude
-76.3220°

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Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Construction & History

Year Built
1830

References & Identifiers

Wikipedia
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Wikidata
Q7208076 →
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Frequently Asked Questions

Which ports and harbors does Point Lookout Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Point Lookout Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is RIDGE at 4.3 NM to the NNW. Other ports served include SWANN'S RESORT (10.7 NM NW), KRENTZ RAILWAY (10.7 NM W), FAIRPORT (12.5 NM S), REEDVILLE (12.6 NM S). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Point Lookout Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Point Lookout 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 Lookout Lighthouse?+
Point Lookout 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 Lookout Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Point Lookout 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.