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Whale Rock Lighthouse

F🇺🇸Rhode Island, USInactive

Location & Light Range

About Whale Rock Lighthouse

Whale Rock Lighthouse is a maritime navigation aid located in Rhode Island, US. It is currently listed as inactive and may no longer emit a light signal.

Light characteristic: The identifying signal of this lighthouse is F. This characteristic is published in the relevant List of Lights and can be used by mariners to confirm their position relative to the coast.

Position: Whale Rock Lighthouse is positioned at 41.4444°N, 71.4238°W, near Rhode Island in US.

Geographic context: Whale Rock 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

POINT JUDITH NORTH

USWJK

3.4 NMWSW

LONG COVE & CAMPGROU

USNGU

3.5 NMWSW

FORT WETHERILL STATE

USJSW

3.6 NMNE

SAUNDERSTOWN

USZUN

3.9 NMN

South Kingstown

USS7K

4.2 NMW

Flash Characteristics

Characteristic Signature
F
Flash Type
Fixed
Light Color
—
Flash Count
0 flashes

Physical Specifications

Focal Height
—
Light Range
Not available
Status
INACTIVE
City
Rhode Island
Country
🇺🇸US
Latitude
41.4444°
Longitude
-71.4238°

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Flag
Type
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Whale Rock Lighthouse at night?+
Whale Rock displays the characteristic F. 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 Whale Rock Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Whale Rock Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is POINT JUDITH NORTH at 3.4 NM to the WSW. Other ports served include LONG COVE & CAMPGROU (3.5 NM WSW), FORT WETHERILL STATE (3.6 NM NE), SAUNDERSTOWN (3.9 NM N), South Kingstown (4.2 NM W). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Whale Rock Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Whale Rock 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 Whale Rock Lighthouse?+
Whale Rock 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 Whale Rock Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Whale Rock 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.