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Cape Mendocino Lighthouse

Not specified🇺🇸Northern California, USInactive

Location & Light Range

About Cape Mendocino Lighthouse

Cape Mendocino Lighthouse is a maritime navigation aid located in Northern California, US. It is currently listed as inactive and may no longer emit a light signal. The light sits at a focal height of 13 meters above mean sea level.

Position: Cape Mendocino Lighthouse is positioned at 40.5871°N, 124.2648°W, near Northern California in US.

Geographic context: Cape Mendocino Lighthouse is situated on the North Pacific Ocean, within the US West Coast shipping lane — a major trans-Pacific trade route serving West Coast ports 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

HUMBOLDT

USHHB

9.2 NMNNE

Samoa

USIOR

12.1 NMNNE

Eureka

USEKA

13.1 NMNNE

TRINIDAD BAY

USTAD

28.5 NMN

Flash Characteristics

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

Physical Specifications

Focal Height
13m
Light Range
Not available
Status
INACTIVE
City
Northern California
Country
🇺🇸US
Latitude
40.5871°
Longitude
-124.2648°

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Flag
Type
Name
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Frequently Asked Questions

Which ports and harbors does Cape Mendocino Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Cape Mendocino Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 4 nearby ports. The closest is HUMBOLDT at 9.2 NM to the NNE. Other ports served include Samoa (12.1 NM NNE), Eureka (13.1 NM NNE), TRINIDAD BAY (28.5 NM N). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Cape Mendocino Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Cape Mendocino 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 Cape Mendocino Lighthouse?+
Cape Mendocino Lighthouse is located within the US West Coast shipping lane — a major trans-Pacific trade route serving West Coast ports of the United States. This makes it an important navigation reference for commercial shipping traffic in the region.
How can I track vessels near Cape Mendocino Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Cape Mendocino 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.