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Běipúdǎo Lighthouse

Fl White 3s🇨🇳Putuo District, CNOperational

Location & Light Range

About Běipúdǎo Lighthouse

This cylindrical concrete tower stands 10 meters tall, with a focal height of 16.5 meters, painted in distinct black and white horizontal bands. It is situated on a small island east of Miàozihúdǎo. The lighthouse emits a white flash every three seconds, visible for 12.3 nautical miles. The site is open to visitors, but the tower itself is closed to the public. Its nearest major port is Zhoushan, located 31.7 kilometers away.

Why it matters: The Běipúdǎo lighthouse is essential for maritime traffic navigating the waters around Miàozihúdǎo. Its clear black and white banding provides an easily recognizable daymark, helping vessels identify their position in this coastal area.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 3s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
3s
Raw Code
Fl W 3s
Focal Height
16.5m
Geographic Range
12.3NM

Location

City
Putuo District
Country
🇨🇳China
Region
Zhejiang
Sea Region
A small island off the east side of Miàozihúdǎo.
Latitude
30.1866°
Longitude
122.6876°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Zhoushan(31.7 km)
Admiralty No.
P3721.8.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
10m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
with black and white horizontal bands
Material
concrete

Structure: round concrete tower painted with black and white horizontal bands

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

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Type
Name
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Běipúdǎo Lighthouse at night?+
Běipúdǎo displays the characteristic Fl White 3s. 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 white color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Běipúdǎo Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Běipúdǎo Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Zhoushan at 29.5 NM to the WSW. Other ports served include Majistan/Zhoushan (32.2 NM WSW), Maji Shan (33.2 NM NNW), Lü-hua Shan (36.2 NM N), LIUHENG (39.4 NM SW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Běipúdǎo Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Běipúdǎo 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 Běipúdǎo Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Běipúdǎo 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.