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Pointe Saline Lighthouse

F R 3s🇬🇩Grenada, GDInactive

Location & Light Range

About Pointe Saline Lighthouse

Pointe Saline is a metal pyramid structure standing 33 meters tall in Grenada. Its beacon, positioned at a focal height of 57 meters, emits a fixed red light. The structure is built from metal and has a geographic range of 12 nautical miles. The light characteristic is a fixed red flash.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
F R 3s
Flash Type
Fixed
Light Color
Red
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
3s
Raw Code
F.R.
Focal Height
57m
Geographic Range
12NM

Location

City
Grenada
Country
🇬🇩GD
Latitude
12.0498°
Longitude
-61.7541°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
33m
Material
metal

Structure: Pyramid metal structure, beacon; 33

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
J5834.2
NGA No.
15177
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Pointe Saline Lighthouse at night?+
Pointe Saline displays the characteristic F R 3s — 1 red flash every 3 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 red color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Pointe Saline Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Pointe Saline Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Saint George's at 0.2 NM to the SE. Other ports served include Grenville (9 NM ENE), CARRIACOU (29.1 NM NNE), Hillsborough, Carriacou Is (31.3 NM NNE), PALM ISLAND (38.3 NM NNE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Pointe Saline Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Pointe Saline 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.
How can I track vessels near Pointe Saline Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Pointe Saline 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.