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San Diego Entrance Range Rear (Shelter Island) Lighthouse

Iso Green 6s🇺🇸San Diego, USOperational

San Diego Entrance Range Rear (Shelter Island) Lighthouse is a maritime navigation aid located in San Diego, US. It is currently operational and active, providing guidance to vessels navigating the surrounding waters. The light sits at a focal height of 17 meters above mean sea level.

Light characteristic: The identifying signal of this lighthouse is Iso Green 6s. This characteristic is published in the relevant List of Lights and can be used by mariners to confirm their position relative to the coast. The light color is green, which may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.

Position: San Diego Entrance Range Rear (Shelter Island) Lighthouse is positioned at 32.7089°N, 117.2343°W, near San Diego in US.

Geographic context: San Diego Entrance Range Rear (Shelter 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 subtropical climate zone with mild winters and warm summers.

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.

Characteristic Signature
Iso Green 6s
Flash Type
Isophase
Light Color
Green
Flash Count
0 flashes
Interval
6s
Focal Height
17m
Light Range
Not available
Status
ACTIVE
City
San Diego
Country
🇺🇸US
Latitude
32.7089°
Longitude
-117.2343°
Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
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How do mariners identify San Diego Entrance Range Rear (Shelter Island) Lighthouse at night?+
San Diego Entrance Range Rear (Shelter Island) displays the characteristic Iso Green 6s. 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 green color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does San Diego Entrance Range Rear (Shelter Island) Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
San Diego Entrance Range Rear (Shelter Island) Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is OCEAN BEACH at 2.6 NM to the NNW. Other ports served include National City (3.4 NM E), Coronado (3.7 NM ESE), San Diego (6.9 NM ESE), Spring Valley, San Diego (12.8 NM E). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is San Diego Entrance Range Rear (Shelter Island) Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, San Diego Entrance Range Rear (Shelter 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 San Diego Entrance Range Rear (Shelter Island) Lighthouse?+
San Diego Entrance Range Rear (Shelter 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 San Diego Entrance Range Rear (Shelter Island) Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near San Diego Entrance Range Rear (Shelter 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.