Get the MarineRadar appSatellite AISSatellite live trackingTrack any shipLive alerts112,000+ ships trackedDownload free

Sharps Island Lighthouse

Fl WR 6s🇺🇸Maryland, USOperational

Location & Light Range

About Sharps Island Lighthouse

Construction of Sharps Island Lighthouse was completed in 1882. The tower rises 16.5 meters above the water. It displays a white and red light. The lighthouse has been operational since its first lighting in 1882.

Why it matters: This lighthouse is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl WR 6s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
WR
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
6s
Focal Height
16.5m

Location

City
Maryland
Country
🇺🇸US
Latitude
38.6333°
Longitude
-76.3833°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Construction & History

Year Built
1882
Heritage Status
National Register of Historic Places listed place

References & Identifiers

Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Wikidata
Q3378389 →
OpenStreetMap
View on OSM →
Live tracking · 50,000+ mariners

Find Sharps Island Lighthouse on the live nautical map

Plan voyages near US, see nearby vessels in real time, and explore 14,900+ navigation aids in the app.

Nautical mapNearby vesselsVoyage planning
Get the App

Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Sharps Island Lighthouse at night?+
Sharps Island displays the characteristic Fl WR 6s — 1 wr 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. The wr color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Sharps Island Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Sharps Island Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is North Beach at 7.4 NM to the WNW. Other ports served include Friendship (9.4 NM NW), OXFORD (10.3 NM ENE), SAINT MICHAELS (12 NM NE), WEST RIVER HARBOR (14.5 NM NNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Sharps Island Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Sharps 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 Sharps Island Lighthouse?+
Sharps Island 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 Sharps Island Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Sharps 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.