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Rondout Creek Lighthouse

Fl W 6s🇺🇸Downstate New York, USInactive

Location & Light Range

About Rondout Creek Lighthouse

Rondout Creek Light is situated on the west side of the Hudson River in Kingston, New York. Constructed in 1915, the lighthouse has a focal height of 16 meters. Its light characteristic was a white flash. The station is no longer operational.

Background
Rondout Light is a lighthouse on the west side of the Hudson River at Kingston, New York.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl W 6s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
6s
Focal Height
16m

Location

City
Downstate New York
Country
🇺🇸US
Latitude
41.9209°
Longitude
-73.9625°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Construction & History

Year Built
1915

References & Identifiers

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Rondout Creek Lighthouse at night?+
Rondout Creek displays the characteristic Fl W 6s — 1 white flash every 6 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 Rondout Creek Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Rondout Creek Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Port Ewen at 0.8 NM to the SSW. Other ports served include Rhinebeck (2.8 NM E), Tillson (7.8 NM SW), SAUGERTIES (9 NM N), POUGHKEEPSIE (13 NM S). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Rondout Creek Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Rondout Creek 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 Rondout Creek Lighthouse?+
Rondout Creek 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 Rondout Creek Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Rondout Creek 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.