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Roanoke River Lighthouse

Not specified🇺🇸North Carolina, USInactive

Location & Light Range

About Roanoke River Lighthouse

Roanoke River Lighthouse is a maritime navigation aid located in North Carolina, US. It is currently listed as inactive and may no longer emit a light signal.

Position: Roanoke River Lighthouse is positioned at 35.8663°N, 76.7537°W, near North Carolina in US.

Geographic context: Roanoke River Lighthouse is situated on the North Atlantic Ocean, within the US East Coast shipping lane — a major shipping corridor serving ports along the Atlantic seaboard of the United States. The location falls within the temperate maritime climate zone.

Nearby lighthouses in US: Other lighthouses in the region include Abagadasset Point Range, Absecon, Admiralty Head Light, Ahukini Breakwater, Alameda County (Oakland Area) Lighthouses. View all on the Lighthouses Directory.

Nearby Ports

MACKEYS

USNCW

8.2 NMENE

EDENTON

USEDE

13.2 NMNNE

Belhaven

USBPV

20.9 NMSSE

Hamilton

USHM7

22.1 NMW

Bath

USAFH

24.1 NMS

Flash Characteristics

Characteristic Signature
Not specified
Flash Type
—
Light Color
—
Flash Count
1 flash

Physical Specifications

Focal Height
—
Light Range
Not available
Status
INACTIVE
City
North Carolina
Country
🇺🇸US
Latitude
35.8663°
Longitude
-76.7537°

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Type
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Frequently Asked Questions

Which ports and harbors does Roanoke River Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Roanoke River Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is MACKEYS at 8.2 NM to the ENE. Other ports served include EDENTON (13.2 NM NNE), Belhaven (20.9 NM SSE), Hamilton (22.1 NM W), Bath (24.1 NM S). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Roanoke River Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Roanoke River 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 Roanoke River Lighthouse?+
Roanoke River 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 Roanoke River Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Roanoke River 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.