Dock & Marina Lighting Solutions

Whether you're an experienced fisherman, an amateur boater, or a visitor taking a boat tour, proper harbor lighting is essential for boating safety and functioning at night. When establishing marina lighting, public docks must abide by certain state law regulations – including brightness requirements and consistent, reliable lighting from dusk to dawn. Dive into designing a commercial marina lighting project with the help of LightMart's expert product recommendations, knowledgeable lighting insights, and more!

Frequently Asked Questions:

How to Properly Light a Dock?

Sufficient brightness is one of the most important factors to creating proper lighting on any dock at night. While many marinas opt for decorative lighting that heightens the appeal of harbors, it’s crucial to have smoothly operating light sources that perform well in outdoor environments. Captains and boat drivers rely on well-lit shorelines to navigate onto and off of the water while ensuring the safety of passengers and anyone on board. 

The best lighting output for a dock is 1,000 - 2,000 lumens. Flood lights may be an optimal solution, as these light fixtures flood the area with light. However, lighting that is too powerful may be hazardous as it can cause light pollution and obstruct boat drivers’ vision as they reach closer to the shore.   

What Light Poles are Best Near Water?

There are different types of light posts and light pole materials to consider when choosing the best option for dock lights. One factor to think about is that light poles may be installed on the side of the pier, underneath the ground that sits below the water. For this type of design, aluminum or fiberglass light poles are great options, as both materials are non-corrosive and don’t rust. Additionally, fiberglass light poles are non-conductive, which helps to prevent lightning from striking the pole compared to other highly conductive materials. 

What are Some Energy Efficient Approaches to Marina Lighting?

One of the biggest ways to establish environmentally friendly lighting is by using LED light bulbs. LED lights emit low heat, reduce energy consumption and monthly lighting costs, and require less frequent replacements, making LED bulbs low maintenance. 

In addition to LED dock lights, solar lighting is also an energy efficient method that can be used on marinas by mounting a solar panel onto the top of a light pole with a LightMart specialized bracket. 

What Decorative Light Systems can be Used for Boat Dock Lighting?

There are many decorative lighting designs that can be used to incorporate style and functionality on a boat dock. One example is LED bollard lights, which are typically used to illuminate walking paths, combining a sleek design with powerful practical lighting. Other high performance lighting fixtures include post-top area lights or gooseneck LED light fixtures, which also have a modern decorative aesthetic.

What Lighting Safety Measures are Required for Boating and Harbor Parking?  

Dependable pier lighting is a necessity to prevent water crafts from crashing into marinas at night. Proper lighting on a dock also creates a safer experience for passengers to board and exit the boat, reducing the chances of slipping and falling.  

To ensure the safety and security of parked boats, LightMart recommends installing security camera light poles or mounting surveillance cameras onto a light pole. This safety measure works to protect theft of boats or belongings on private boats or yachts.  

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