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Bristol Ferry Lighthouse

Not specified🇺🇸Rhode Island, USInactive

Location & Light Range

About Bristol Ferry Lighthouse

Bristol Ferry Lighthouse is a maritime navigation aid located in Rhode Island, US. It is currently listed as inactive and may no longer emit a light signal. The light sits at a focal height of 10 meters above mean sea level.

Position: Bristol Ferry Lighthouse is positioned at 41.6429°N, 71.2603°W, near Rhode Island in US.

Geographic context: Bristol Ferry 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

TIVERTON

USTIV

2.2 NMESE

PRUDENCEL FERRY DOCK

USHST

2.4 NMSW

MELVILLE

USZMV

3.5 NMSSW

Brayton Point

USBNP

5.3 NMNE

New Bedford-Fall River Apt

USEWB

5.4 NMNE

Flash Characteristics

Characteristic Signature
Not specified
Flash Type
—
Light Color
—
Flash Count
1 flash

Physical Specifications

Focal Height
10m
Light Range
Not available
Status
INACTIVE
City
Rhode Island
Country
🇺🇸US
Latitude
41.6429°
Longitude
-71.2603°

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Flag
Type
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Frequently Asked Questions

Which ports and harbors does Bristol Ferry Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Bristol Ferry Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is TIVERTON at 2.2 NM to the ESE. Other ports served include PRUDENCEL FERRY DOCK (2.4 NM SW), MELVILLE (3.5 NM SSW), Brayton Point (5.3 NM NE), New Bedford-Fall River Apt (5.4 NM NE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Bristol Ferry Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Bristol Ferry 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 Bristol Ferry Lighthouse?+
Bristol Ferry 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 Bristol Ferry Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Bristol Ferry 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.