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Baker Range Front Lighthouse

F G🇺🇸Delaware, USOperational

Location & Light Range

About Baker Range Front Lighthouse

Baker Range Front Lighthouse is a maritime navigation aid located in Delaware, US. It is currently operational and active, providing guidance to vessels navigating the surrounding waters. The light sits at a focal height of 11 meters above mean sea level.

Light characteristic: The identifying signal of this lighthouse is F G. The light emits 1 flash per cycle. Each lighthouse has a unique flash pattern listed in nautical publications, allowing mariners to confirm their position. The light color is green, which may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.

Position: Baker Range Front Lighthouse is positioned at 39.5117°N, 75.5666°W, near Delaware in US.

Geographic context: Baker Range Front Lighthouse is situated on the North Atlantic Ocean, within the US East Coast shipping lane — a major shipping corridor serving ports along the Atlantic seaboard of the United States. The location falls within the temperate maritime climate zone.

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.

Nearby Ports

Delaware City

USDCI

4 NMNNW

SALEM

USSEM

5.4 NMNE

SUMMIT NORTH

USAGC

6.7 NMWNW

Chesapeake City

USCC8

10.8 NMW

GREENWICH BOATWORKS

USGNA

12.7 NMSE

Flash Characteristics

Characteristic Signature
F G
Flash Type
Fixed
Light Color
Green
Flash Count
1 flash

Physical Specifications

Focal Height
11m
Light Range
Not available
Status
ACTIVE
City
Delaware
Country
🇺🇸US
Latitude
39.5117°
Longitude
-75.5666°

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Type
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Baker Range Front Lighthouse at night?+
Baker Range Front displays the characteristic F G. 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 Baker Range Front Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Baker Range Front Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Delaware City at 4 NM to the NNW. Other ports served include SALEM (5.4 NM NE), SUMMIT NORTH (6.7 NM WNW), Chesapeake City (10.8 NM W), GREENWICH BOATWORKS (12.7 NM SE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Baker Range Front Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Baker Range Front 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 Baker Range Front Lighthouse?+
Baker Range Front 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 Baker Range Front Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Baker Range Front 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.