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St. Simons Island Lighthouse

Fl W 60s🇺🇸Georgia, USOperational

The St. Simons Island Light was built in 1810, with its first light illuminated that same year. The current tower stands 32 meters tall, with the focal height of the light also at 32 meters. Its light emits a white signal. This structure guides vessels into St. Simons Sound and alerts them to the numerous sandbars present in the vicinity. The lighthouse is located on the southern tip of St. Simons Island, Georgia.

Why it matters: This lighthouse is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

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The St. Simons Island Light is a lighthouse on the southern tip of St. Simons Island, Georgia, United States. It guides ships into St. Simons Sound and warns of the many sandbars in the area.
Characteristic Signature
Fl W 60s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
60s
Focal Height
32m
Year Built
1810
Heritage Status
National Register of Historic Places listed place
Tower Height
32m
City
Georgia
Country
🇺🇸US
Latitude
31.1341°
Longitude
-81.3936°
Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
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How do mariners identify St. Simons Island Lighthouse at night?+
St. Simons Island displays the characteristic Fl W 60s — 1 white flash every 60 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 St. Simons Island Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
St. Simons Island Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is JEKYLL at 5.6 NM to the SSW. Other ports served include Brunswick (7.5 NM W), Fernandina Beach (27.6 NM S), AMELIA ISLAND (30.5 NM S), Amelia City (33.2 NM S). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is St. Simons Island Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, St. Simons Island 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 St. Simons Island Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near St. Simons Island 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.