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Poole'S Island Lighthouse

🇺🇸Maryland, USInactive

Location & Light Range

About Poole'S Island Lighthouse

The Pooles Island Light stands on Pooles Island within the central Chesapeake Bay. It holds the distinction of being the oldest lighthouse still standing in Maryland. It is also recognized as the fourth oldest light structure in the Chesapeake Bay region. The lighthouse is no longer operational.

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Pooles Island Light is the oldest lighthouse still standing in Maryland and the fourth oldest in the Chesapeake Bay area. The light is located on Pooles Island in the central Chesapeake Bay.

Light & Optic

Flash Count
1 flash

References & Identifiers

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Wikidata
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Location

City
Maryland
Country
🇺🇸US
Latitude
39.2905°
Longitude
-76.2664°

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which ports and harbors does Poole'S Island Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Poole'S Island Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is GREEN POINT at 4.7 NM to the E. Other ports served include DUNDEE CREEK (5.7 NM NW), MARYLAND (6.5 NM WNW), BOWERMAN'S (7.9 NM NW), MARINEMAX GUNPOWDER (7.9 NM NNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Poole'S Island Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Poole'S Island 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 Poole'S Island Lighthouse?+
Poole'S Island 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 Poole'S Island Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Poole'S Island 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.