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Sitka Borough Lighthouses Lighthouse

F Red🇺🇸Sitka, USOperational

Location & Light Range

About Sitka Borough Lighthouses Lighthouse

This octagonal wood tower, standing 13 meters tall, was built in 1985 and first lit in the same year. It is attached to a one-story wood structure that functions as a bed and breakfast inn. The lighthouse guides vessels with a single red flash. Located offshore Rockwell Island in Sitka harbor, it marks Rockwell Reef, a hazard situated approximately 100 yards from the shore. The property was sold in 2017 and underwent renovation in 2018. The focal height of the light is 15 meters, with a geographic range of 11.9 nautical miles.

Why it matters: This privately maintained lighthouse is important for local mariners, marking Rockwell Reef in Sitka harbor. Its integration into a bed and breakfast inn offers visitors a unique experience with a working aid to navigation.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
F Red
Flash Type
Fixed
Light Color
Red
Raw Code
F R
Focal Height
15m
Geographic Range
11.9NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1985

Significant events: For sale in 2010, price reduced in 2013, sold in 2017, renovated in 2018

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Sitka(0.6 km)
Admiralty No.
G6393
USCG No.
6-24955
ARLHS No.
ALK-017

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
13m
Tower Shape
octagonal
Material
wood

Structure: A 13m octagonal wood tower with lantern and gallery, attached to a 1-story wood bed and breakfast inn.

Location

City
Sitka
Country
🇺🇸United States
Region
Alaska
Sea Region
Sitka harbor, marking Rockwell Reef, offshore Rockwell Island, south of Sitka's waterfront
Latitude
57.0359°
Longitude
-135.3336°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Sitka Borough Lighthouses Lighthouse at night?+
Sitka Borough Lighthouses displays the characteristic F Red. 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 Sitka Borough Lighthouses Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Sitka Borough Lighthouses Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is SITKA at 0.9 NM to the N. Other ports served include Tyee (25.6 NM E), ANGOON (36.2 NM NE), TENAKEE SPRINGS (44.8 NM N), KAKE (47.3 NM E). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Sitka Borough Lighthouses Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Sitka Borough Lighthouses 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 Sitka Borough Lighthouses Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Sitka Borough Lighthouses 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.