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Wood End Lighthouse

Fl R 10s🇺🇸Southeastern Massachusetts, USOperational

Location & Light Range

About Wood End Lighthouse

Also known as: Wood End Light Lookout Station

The Wood End Lighthouse, a 12-meter red tower, was constructed and first illuminated in 1864. Its focal plane reaches 13.5 meters above sea level, providing a geographic range of 13 nautical miles. The light emits a flashing red signal. This structure has been operational since its construction.

Why it matters: Wood End Lighthouse is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl R 10s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Red
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
10s
Raw Code
Fl
Focal Height
13.5m
Geographic Range
13NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1864
Heritage Status
National Register of Historic Places listed place

References & Identifiers

Wikipedia
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Wikidata
Q8032192 →
OpenStreetMap
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Tower & Structure

Tower Height
12m
Tower Color
red

Location

City
Southeastern Massachusetts
Country
🇺🇸US
Latitude
42.0211°
Longitude
-70.1935°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Wood End Lighthouse at night?+
Wood End displays the characteristic Fl R 10s — 1 red flash every 10 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 red color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Wood End Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Wood End Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Provincetown at 1.8 NM to the NNE. Other ports served include Wellfleet (8.9 NM SE), Brewster (16.1 NM SSE), NAUSET MARINE EAST (17.6 NM SE), SANDWICH (20.4 NM SW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Wood End Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Wood End 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.
How can I track vessels near Wood End Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Wood End 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.