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Rockland Harbor Southwest Lighthouse

Fl Y 2.5s🇺🇸Southern Maine, USInactive

Location & Light Range

About Rockland Harbor Southwest Lighthouse

Rockland Harbor Southwest Light is situated in Southern Maine. It features a focal height of 13.5 meters above the water. The light it emits is yellow.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl Y 2.5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Yellow
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
2.5s
Focal Height
13.5m

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Location

City
Southern Maine
Country
🇺🇸US
Latitude
44.0827°
Longitude
-69.0962°
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Rockland Harbor Southwest Lighthouse at night?+
Rockland Harbor Southwest displays the characteristic Fl Y 2.5s — 1 yellow flash every 2.5 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. The yellow color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Rockland Harbor Southwest Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Rockland Harbor Southwest Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Rockland at 1.1 NM to the N. Other ports served include ROCKLAND (1.5 NM NNW), THOMASTON (3.8 NM W), SPRUCE HEAD (4.5 NM SSW), Saint George (5.5 NM SW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Rockland Harbor Southwest Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Rockland Harbor Southwest 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.
How can I track vessels near Rockland Harbor Southwest Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Rockland Harbor Southwest 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.