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Rochester Harbor Lighthouse

Fl W 4s🇺🇸Upstate New York, USOperational

Location & Light Range

About Rochester Harbor Lighthouse

Rochester Harbor is a red, navigation-shaped tower located in Upstate New York. This structure rises 12.1 meters above the water. It emits a white flashing light. The light is visible for a geographic range of 9 nautical miles.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl W 4s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
4s
Raw Code
Fl
Focal Height
12m
Geographic Range
9NM

Location

City
Upstate New York
Country
🇺🇸US
Latitude
43.2639°
Longitude
-77.5990°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
12.1m
Tower Shape
navigation
Tower Color
red

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
LLNR 2320
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Rochester Harbor Lighthouse at night?+
Rochester Harbor displays the characteristic Fl W 4s — 1 white flash every 4 seconds. 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 Rochester Harbor Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Rochester Harbor Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Rochester at 0.7 NM to the SSW. Other ports served include MAYER'S (3.4 NM ESE), LAKE MOHAWK (3.9 NM SE), Hilton (6.2 NM WNW), SPENCERPORT DOCK (9.7 NM WSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Rochester Harbor Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Rochester Harbor 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 Rochester Harbor Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Rochester Harbor 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.