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Shinnecock Lighthouse

Fl R 15s🇺🇸Downstate New York, USOperational

Location & Light Range

About Shinnecock Lighthouse

The Shinnecock Lighthouse emits a red light. Its focal height reaches 23 meters above sea level. This aid to navigation is situated in Downstate New York.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl R 15s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Red
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
15s
Focal Height
23m

References & Identifiers

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Wikidata
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Location

City
Downstate New York
Country
🇺🇸US
Latitude
40.8506°
Longitude
-72.5042°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Shinnecock Lighthouse at night?+
Shinnecock displays the characteristic Fl R 15s — 1 red 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. The red color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Shinnecock Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Shinnecock Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Springville, Suffolk at 1.6 NM to the NW. Other ports served include SOUTHAMPTON (3.4 NM ENE), Tuckahoe (5.1 NM ENE), Jamesport (6.2 NM NNW), DREAMER'S COVE MOTEL (6.6 NM NW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Shinnecock Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Shinnecock 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 Shinnecock Lighthouse?+
Shinnecock 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 Shinnecock Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Shinnecock 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.