Abstract: The present disclosure is directed to a stern light for illuminating a watercraft without visually impairing a passenger of the watercraft. The stern light includes a flexible pole with a hollow interior for housing wires. The wires are connected to a watercraft at one end of the pole and to a light source at another end of the pole. The light source, which may be an LED light source, is covered by a globe that at least partially refracts light. When powered, the stern light produces light capable of providing visibility of the watercraft for at least two nautical miles while also avoiding the visual impairment of watercraft passengers. Pole flexibility allows operation of the stern light during watercraft motion and in areas with potential obstructions, such as low-hanging branches.