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Barnegat Lighthouse

Fl W 10s🇺🇸New Jersey, USInactive

Location & Light Range

About Barnegat Lighthouse

Barnegat Lighthouse is a maritime navigation aid located in New Jersey, US. It is currently listed as inactive and may no longer emit a light signal. The light sits at a focal height of 50 meters above mean sea level.

Light characteristic: The identifying signal of this lighthouse is Fl W 10s. This means the light produces 1 flash every 10 seconds. Mariners use this distinctive pattern to positively identify the light and distinguish it from other aids to navigation in the area. The light displays a white signal, the most common color for major coastal lights.

Position: Barnegat Lighthouse is positioned at 39.7641°N, 74.1061°W, near New Jersey in US.

Geographic context: Barnegat 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

Barnegat

USBG7

4.3 NMWSW

HARVEY CEDARS

USHC3

4.4 NMSSW

FORKED RIVER

USFDV

5.6 NMNW

Laurelton

USUA7

6.3 NMNNW

LANOKA

USLN8

6.8 NMNNW

Flash Characteristics

Characteristic Signature
Fl W 10s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
10s

Physical Specifications

Focal Height
50m
Light Range
Not available
Status
INACTIVE
City
New Jersey
Country
🇺🇸US
Latitude
39.7641°
Longitude
-74.1061°

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Type
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Barnegat Lighthouse at night?+
Barnegat displays the characteristic Fl W 10s — 1 white flash every 10 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.
Which ports and harbors does Barnegat Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Barnegat Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Barnegat at 4.3 NM to the WSW. Other ports served include HARVEY CEDARS (4.4 NM SSW), FORKED RIVER (5.6 NM NW), Laurelton (6.3 NM NNW), LANOKA (6.8 NM NNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Barnegat Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Barnegat Lighthouse is currently listed as inactive. It may have been decommissioned, replaced by a different navigation aid, or temporarily taken out of service. Mariners should check the latest Notices to Mariners for current status.
What shipping routes pass near Barnegat Lighthouse?+
Barnegat 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 Barnegat Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Barnegat 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.