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Presque Isle Lighthouse

Iso W🇺🇸Northwestern Pennsylvania, USOperational

Location & Light Range

About Presque Isle Lighthouse

Constructed in 1872, the Presque Isle Light became operational in 1873. This white lighthouse stands 21 meters tall, with its focal height at 22 meters. It projects a light with a geographic range of 13 nautical miles. The light emits an isophase white signal. The structure is situated on the northern shoreline of Presque Isle State Park, overlooking the beach on Lake Erie. It is one of three lighthouses located in Erie, Pennsylvania.

Why it matters: The Presque Isle Light was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1983.

Background
The Presque Isle Light, historically nicknamed the "Flash Light", is a lighthouse on the shore of Lake Erie in U.S. state of Pennsylvania. It is one of three lighthouses in Erie, along with the Erie Land Light and the North Pier Light. The lighthouse is situated on the northern shoreline of Presque Isle State Park overlooking the beach. The lighthouse became active on July 12, 1873 and was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1983.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Iso W
Flash Type
Isophase
Light Color
White
Flash Count
1 flash
Raw Code
Iso
Focal Height
22m
Geographic Range
13NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1872
Heritage Status
National Register of Historic Places listed place

References & Identifiers

NGA No.
USCG 3690
Wikipedia
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Wikidata
Q1845915 →
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Tower & Structure

Tower Height
21m
Tower Color
white

Location

City
Northwestern Pennsylvania
Country
🇺🇸US
Latitude
42.1657°
Longitude
-80.1154°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Presque Isle Lighthouse at night?+
Presque Isle displays the characteristic Iso W. 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.
Which ports and harbors does Presque Isle Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Presque Isle Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Erie at 1.2 NM to the SE. Other ports served include Fairview (7.7 NM SW), NORTH EAST (15.3 NM ENE), Edinboro (18 NM S), Conneaut (22.6 NM WSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Presque Isle Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Presque Isle 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 Presque Isle Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Presque Isle 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.