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Scituate Lighthouse

Fl W 15s🇺🇸Southeastern Massachusetts, USOperational

Location & Light Range

About Scituate Lighthouse

This brick lighthouse, built in 1811, stands 7.6 meters tall on Cedar Point. Its round tower is painted white. The light emits a white flash. The focal height of the light is 5 meters above the water. It has been operational since its construction in 1811.

Why it matters: Scituate Light was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1987.

Background
Old Scituate Light also known simply as Scituate Light is a historic lighthouse located on Cedar Point in Scituate, Massachusetts. It was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1987 as Scituate Light.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl W 15s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
15s
Focal Height
5m

Construction & History

Year Built
1811
Heritage Status
2

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
J0363
USCG No.
1-12275
ARLHS No.
USA-742
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Tower & Structure

Tower Height
7.6m
Tower Shape
round
Tower Color
white
Material
brick

Location

City
Southeastern Massachusetts
Country
🇺🇸US
Latitude
42.2048°
Longitude
-70.7158°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Scituate Lighthouse at night?+
Scituate displays the characteristic Fl W 15s — 1 white flash every 15 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 Scituate Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Scituate Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is SCITUATE at 0.4 NM to the WSW. Other ports served include Norwell (3.7 NM SW), COHASSET (3.9 NM NW), WHITE'S FERRY (4.2 NM SSE), Accord (7.8 NM WSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Scituate Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Scituate 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 Scituate Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Scituate 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.