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Portsmouth Channel Range Rear Lighthouse

F Red🇺🇸Kittery, USOperational

Location & Light Range

About Portsmouth Channel Range Rear Lighthouse

The Portsmouth Channel Range Rear light is a steel, cylindrical skeletal tower standing 14 meters tall. It features a red daymark with a white vertical stripe. The light emits a continuous red signal. This structure is located 141 meters north of its corresponding front range light. Its focal plane is 24 meters above the water. The nearest port, Portsmouth, is 1.3 kilometers away.

Why it matters: This rear range light is indispensable for safe navigation within the Portsmouth Channel, providing a critical alignment for vessels. Mariners use its continuous red light in conjunction with the front light to maintain a precise course.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
F Red
Flash Type
Fixed
Light Color
Red
Raw Code
F R
Focal Height
24m
Geographic Range
14.1NM

Location

City
Kittery
Country
🇺🇸United States
Region
Maine
Sea Region
Portsmouth Channel, marking the rear of a range, located 141 meters north of the front light.
Latitude
43.0827°
Longitude
-70.7074°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
14m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
red with a white vertical stripe
Material
steel

Structure: square cylindrical skeletal tower carrying a rectangular daymark colored red with a white vertical stripe

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Portsmouth(1.3 km)
Admiralty No.
J0233.1
USCG No.
1-8310
ARLHS No.
USA-1127
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Portsmouth Channel Range Rear Lighthouse at night?+
Portsmouth Channel Range Rear displays the characteristic F Red. 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 Portsmouth Channel Range Rear Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Portsmouth Channel Range Rear Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Portsmouth at 0.7 NM to the SW. Other ports served include Kittery (1.4 NM W), NEW CASTLE (1.4 NM WSW), Portsmouth (2.3 NM W), YORK MARINE SERVICE (3.8 NM NE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Portsmouth Channel Range Rear Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Portsmouth Channel Range Rear Lighthouse is currently operational. It is actively maintained and continues to emit its characteristic light signal for marine navigation. Most modern lighthouses are automated and monitored remotely by the national maritime authority.
How can I track vessels near Portsmouth Channel Range Rear Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Portsmouth Channel Range Rear 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.