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Roe Island Lighthouse

Fl🇺🇸San Francisco, USOperational

Location & Light Range

About Roe Island Lighthouse

Roe Island Lighthouse is a maritime navigation aid located in San Francisco, US. It is currently operational and active, providing guidance to vessels navigating the surrounding waters. The light sits at a focal height of 12 meters above mean sea level.

Light characteristic: The identifying signal of this lighthouse is Fl. This characteristic is published in the relevant List of Lights and can be used by mariners to confirm their position relative to the coast.

Position: Roe Island Lighthouse is positioned at 37.8107°N, 122.4124°W, near San Francisco in US.

Geographic context: Roe Island Lighthouse is situated on the North Pacific Ocean, within the US West Coast shipping lane — a major trans-Pacific trade route serving West Coast ports 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

TREASURE ISLAND

USTSU

2.1 NMENE

San Francisco

USSFO

2.3 NMSSE

TRAVIS

USVFB

3.3 NMWNW

Sausalito

USJMC

4.1 NMNW

Tiburon

USXTN

4.2 NMNNW

Flash Characteristics

Characteristic Signature
Fl
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
—
Flash Count
0 flashes

Physical Specifications

Focal Height
12m
Light Range
Not available
Status
ACTIVE
City
San Francisco
Country
🇺🇸US
Latitude
37.8107°
Longitude
-122.4124°

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Flag
Type
Name
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Roe Island Lighthouse at night?+
Roe Island displays the characteristic Fl. 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 Roe Island Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Roe Island Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is TREASURE ISLAND at 2.1 NM to the ENE. Other ports served include San Francisco (2.3 NM SSE), TRAVIS (3.3 NM WNW), Sausalito (4.1 NM NW), Tiburon (4.2 NM NNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Roe Island Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Roe Island 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.
What shipping routes pass near Roe Island Lighthouse?+
Roe Island Lighthouse is located within the US West Coast shipping lane — a major trans-Pacific trade route serving West Coast ports of the United States. This makes it an important navigation reference for commercial shipping traffic in the region.
How can I track vessels near Roe Island Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Roe Island 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.