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Currituck Beach Lighthouse

Fl W 20s🇺🇸North Carolina, USOperational

Location & Light Range

About Currituck Beach Lighthouse

Currituck Beach Lighthouse is a maritime navigation aid located in North Carolina, US. It is currently operational and active, providing guidance to vessels navigating the surrounding waters. The light sits at a focal height of 48 meters above mean sea level.

Light characteristic: The identifying signal of this lighthouse is Fl W 20s. This means the light produces 1 flash every 20 seconds. Mariners use this distinctive pattern to positively identify the light and distinguish it from other aids to navigation in the area. The light displays a white signal, the most common color for major coastal lights.

Position: Currituck Beach Lighthouse is positioned at 36.3765°N, 75.8308°W, near North Carolina in US.

Geographic context: Currituck Beach 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

Corolla

USZZC

0.4 NMNNW

Powells Point

USPP4

13.6 NMS

Kitty Hawk

USKTT

19.7 NMSSE

South Mills

USAA9

23.7 NMW

VIRGINIA BEACH

USVAB

28.2 NMNNW

Flash Characteristics

Characteristic Signature
Fl W 20s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
20s

Physical Specifications

Focal Height
48m
Light Range
Not available
Status
ACTIVE
City
North Carolina
Country
🇺🇸US
Latitude
36.3765°
Longitude
-75.8308°

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Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Currituck Beach Lighthouse at night?+
Currituck Beach displays the characteristic Fl W 20s — 1 white flash every 20 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 Currituck Beach Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Currituck Beach Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Corolla at 0.4 NM to the NNW. Other ports served include Powells Point (13.6 NM S), Kitty Hawk (19.7 NM SSE), South Mills (23.7 NM W), VIRGINIA BEACH (28.2 NM NNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Currituck Beach Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Currituck Beach 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 Currituck Beach Lighthouse?+
Currituck Beach 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 Currituck Beach Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Currituck Beach 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.