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Umpqua River Lighthouse

Fl (2) WR 5s🇺🇸Oregon, USOperational

Location & Light Range

About Umpqua River Lighthouse

Also known as: Umpqua River Light House;Umpqua River Lighthouse

This lighthouse was built in 1894 and first lit the same year, standing 20 meters tall. Its focal height reaches 50 meters, and it emits an alternating flashing light. The tower displays both white and red bands, visible for a geographic range of 21 nautical miles. The Umpqua River Light is accessible to the public as a museum.

Why it matters: The Umpqua River Light is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

Background
The Umpqua River Light is a lighthouse on the Oregon Coast of the United States, located at the mouth of the Umpqua River on Winchester Bay, in Douglas County, Oregon.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (2) WR 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
WR
Flash Count
2 flashes
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Al.Fl
Focal Height
50m
Geographic Range
21NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1894
Heritage Status
National Register of Historic Places listed place

Visiting

Open to public
museum

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
20m
Tower Color
white;red

Location

City
Oregon
Country
🇺🇸US
Latitude
43.6623°
Longitude
-124.1985°

References & Identifiers

Wikipedia
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Wikidata
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Umpqua River Lighthouse at night?+
Umpqua River displays the characteristic Fl (2) WR 5s — 2 wr flashes every 5 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. The wr color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Umpqua River Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Umpqua River Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Gardiner at 5.4 NM to the NE. Other ports served include Coos Bay (17.8 NM S), Florence (21.2 NM N), Burleson (33.8 NM SSW), Umpqua (37 NM ESE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Umpqua River Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Umpqua River 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 Umpqua River Lighthouse?+
Umpqua River 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 Umpqua River Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Umpqua River 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.