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Cold Spring Harbor Lighthouse

F WR🇺🇸Downstate New York, USOperational

Location & Light Range

About Cold Spring Harbor Lighthouse

Cold Spring Harbor Lighthouse is a maritime navigation aid located in Downstate New York, US. It is currently operational and active, providing guidance to vessels navigating the surrounding waters. The light sits at a focal height of 11 meters above mean sea level.

Light characteristic: The identifying signal of this lighthouse is F WR. The light emits 1 flash per cycle. Each lighthouse has a unique flash pattern listed in nautical publications, allowing mariners to confirm their position. The light color is wr, which may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.

Position: Cold Spring Harbor Lighthouse is positioned at 40.9141°N, 73.4931°W, near Downstate New York in US.

Geographic context: Cold Spring Harbor 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

OYSTER BAY

USOYB

2.8 NMSW

Cold Spring Harbor

USHQ2

3.3 NMSSE

HUNTINGTON

USHUH

3.5 NMESE

Upper Brookville

USYUP

5.5 NMSSW

CENTERPORT

USCTT

6.1 NME

Flash Characteristics

Characteristic Signature
F WR
Flash Type
Fixed
Light Color
WR
Flash Count
1 flash

Physical Specifications

Focal Height
11m
Light Range
Not available
Status
ACTIVE
City
Downstate New York
Country
🇺🇸US
Latitude
40.9141°
Longitude
-73.4931°

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Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Cold Spring Harbor Lighthouse at night?+
Cold Spring Harbor displays the characteristic F WR. 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 wr color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Cold Spring Harbor Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Cold Spring Harbor Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is OYSTER BAY at 2.8 NM to the SW. Other ports served include Cold Spring Harbor (3.3 NM SSE), HUNTINGTON (3.5 NM ESE), Upper Brookville (5.5 NM SSW), CENTERPORT (6.1 NM E). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Cold Spring Harbor Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Cold Spring Harbor 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.
What shipping routes pass near Cold Spring Harbor Lighthouse?+
Cold Spring Harbor 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 Cold Spring Harbor Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Cold Spring Harbor 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.