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Rackhams Cay Range Front Lighthouse

Fl White 3s🇯🇲JMOperational

Location & Light Range

About Rackhams Cay Range Front Lighthouse

This square skeletal tower, constructed from concrete, stands 18 meters tall on a square concrete platform supported by piles. Its focal height reaches 16 meters above sea level. The light emits a white flash every 3 seconds, visible for up to 12.2 nautical miles. It guides vessels westward as they approach Kingston Harbour, positioned about 1.2 kilometers west-southwest of Port Royal. The site is open to the public, but the tower itself remains closed.

Why it matters: This range front light is essential for the safe navigation of vessels approaching Kingston Harbour from the west, guiding them through potentially complex waters.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 3s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
3s
Raw Code
Fl W 3s
Focal Height
16m
Geographic Range
12.2NM

Location

Country
🇯🇲Jamaica
Sea Region
Guides vessels westward on their approach to Kingston Harbour, located about 1.2 km west southwest of the point of Port Royal.
Latitude
17.8016°
Longitude
-77.0750°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Rocky Point(3.9 km)
Admiralty No.
J5295.95
NGA No.
13928
ARLHS No.
JAM-006

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
18m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
white
Material
concrete

Structure: square skeletal tower mounted on a square concrete platform supported by piles

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Rackhams Cay Range Front Lighthouse at night?+
Rackhams Cay Range Front displays the characteristic Fl White 3s. 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 white color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Rackhams Cay Range Front Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Rackhams Cay Range Front Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Rocky Point at 3.9 NM to the WNW. Other ports served include Port Esquivel (6.1 NM NNW), Port Henderson (14.1 NM NE), Port Royal (15.5 NM ENE), Kingston (19.4 NM ENE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Rackhams Cay Range Front Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Rackhams Cay Range Front 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 Rackhams Cay Range Front Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Rackhams Cay Range Front 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.