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Sitka Borough Lighthouses Lighthouse

F Red🇺🇸Sitka, USOperational

Location & Light Range

About Sitka Borough Lighthouses Lighthouse

Sitka Borough Lighthouses Lighthouse is a maritime navigation aid located in Sitka, US. It is currently operational and active, providing guidance to vessels navigating the surrounding waters. The light sits at a focal height of 15 meters above mean sea level.

Light characteristic: The identifying signal of this lighthouse is F Red. This characteristic is published in the relevant List of Lights and can be used by mariners to confirm their position relative to the coast. The light color is red, which may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.

Position: Sitka Borough Lighthouses Lighthouse is positioned at 57.0359°N, 135.3336°W, near Sitka in US.

Geographic context: Sitka Borough Lighthouses Lighthouse is situated on the North Pacific Ocean. The location falls within the subarctic climate zone with cold winters and potential ice conditions.

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

SITKA

USSIT

0.9 NMN

Tyee

USTE8

25.6 NME

ANGOON

USAGN

36.2 NMNE

TENAKEE SPRINGS

USTKE

44.8 NMN

KAKE

USKAE

47.3 NME

Flash Characteristics

Characteristic Signature
F Red
Flash Type
Fixed
Light Color
Red
Flash Count
0 flashes

Physical Specifications

Focal Height
15m
Light Range
Not available
Status
ACTIVE
City
Sitka
Country
🇺🇸US
Latitude
57.0359°
Longitude
-135.3336°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
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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.