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Blue Hill Bay Lighthouse

Fl G 4s🇺🇸Eastern Maine, USInactive

Location & Light Range

About Blue Hill Bay Lighthouse

Blue Hill Bay Lighthouse is a maritime navigation aid located in Eastern Maine, US. It is currently listed as inactive and may no longer emit a light signal. The light sits at a focal height of 6.5 meters above mean sea level.

Light characteristic: The identifying signal of this lighthouse is Fl G 4s. This means the light produces 1 flash every 4 seconds. Mariners use this distinctive pattern to positively identify the light and distinguish it from other aids to navigation in the area. The light color is green, which may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.

Position: Blue Hill Bay Lighthouse is positioned at 44.2488°N, 68.4979°W, near Eastern Maine in US.

Geographic context: Blue Hill Bay Lighthouse is situated on the North Atlantic Ocean. The location falls within the temperate maritime climate zone.

Nearby lighthouses in US: Other lighthouses in the region include Ahukini Breakwater, Alameda County (Oakland Area) Lighthouses, Alcatraz North Fog Signal, Aleutians East Borough: Unimak Island Lighthouses, Alligator Reef. View all on the Lighthouses Directory.

Nearby Ports

BERNARD

USBRV

6.3 NME

Little Deer Isle

USL2D

8.2 NMWNW

Brooksville

USBKQ

11.9 NMWNW

Bar Harbor

USBHB

15.2 NMNE

CASTINE

USCAS

15.3 NMNW

Flash Characteristics

Characteristic Signature
Fl G 4s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Green
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
4s

Physical Specifications

Focal Height
6.5m
Light Range
Not available
Status
INACTIVE
City
Eastern Maine
Country
🇺🇸US
Latitude
44.2488°
Longitude
-68.4979°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Blue Hill Bay Lighthouse at night?+
Blue Hill Bay displays the characteristic Fl G 4s — 1 green flash every 4 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 green color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Blue Hill Bay Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Blue Hill Bay Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is BERNARD at 6.3 NM to the E. Other ports served include Little Deer Isle (8.2 NM WNW), Brooksville (11.9 NM WNW), Bar Harbor (15.2 NM NE), CASTINE (15.3 NM NW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Blue Hill Bay Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Blue Hill Bay 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.
How can I track vessels near Blue Hill Bay Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Blue Hill Bay 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.