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Fort Niagara Lighthouse

Not specified🇺🇸Upstate New York, USInactive

Location & Light Range

About Fort Niagara Lighthouse

Fort Niagara Lighthouse is a maritime navigation aid located in Upstate New York, US. It is currently listed as inactive and may no longer emit a light signal. The light sits at a focal height of 18.5 meters above mean sea level.

Position: Fort Niagara Lighthouse is positioned at 43.2618°N, 79.0604°W, near Upstate New York in US.

Geographic context: Fort Niagara Lighthouse is situated on the North Atlantic Ocean. 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

Niagara-on-the-Lake

CANOL

0.5 NMSSW

Niagara Falls

CANIA

0.8 NMSSW

Youngstown

USYTW

0.8 NMSSE

Port Weller

CAPWE

7 NMWSW

Dalhousie

CADHS

9.5 NMWSW

Flash Characteristics

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

Physical Specifications

Focal Height
18.5m
Light Range
Not available
Status
INACTIVE
City
Upstate New York
Country
🇺🇸US
Latitude
43.2618°
Longitude
-79.0604°

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which ports and harbors does Fort Niagara Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Fort Niagara Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Niagara-on-the-Lake at 0.5 NM to the SSW. Other ports served include Niagara Falls (0.8 NM SSW), Youngstown (0.8 NM SSE), Port Weller (7 NM WSW), Dalhousie (9.5 NM WSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Fort Niagara Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Fort Niagara 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.
How can I track vessels near Fort Niagara Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Fort Niagara 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.