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Běiyán Lighthouse

Fl White 10s🇨🇳CNOperational

Location & Light Range

About Běiyán Lighthouse

Also known as: Běiyán (North Rock, Apo Pai)

Běiyán Lighthouse is a hexagonal stone tower, painted yellow, standing 13 meters tall. Its focal plane is 12 meters above sea level, casting a white light visible for 11 nautical miles. The light produces a single white flash every 10 seconds. This structure is located on a shoal approximately 2.7 kilometers from the nearest port, Huizhou.

Why it matters: This lighthouse warns vessels away from a dangerous shoal, directly protecting them from running aground and ensuring safe passage into and out of Huizhou harbor.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 10s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
10s
Raw Code
Fl W 10s
Focal Height
12m
Geographic Range
11NM

Location

Country
🇨🇳CN
Latitude
22.6827°
Longitude
114.6099°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Huizhou(2.7 km)
Admiralty No.
P3581.242.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
13m
Tower Color
yellow
Material
stone

Structure: hexagonal stone tower, painted yellow

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

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Type
Name
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Běiyán Lighthouse at night?+
Běiyán displays the characteristic Fl White 10s. 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 Běiyán Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Běiyán Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Huizhou at 1.2 NM to the ESE. Other ports served include Dayawan (3.3 NM ESE), Dapeng (11.6 NM WSW), Guangdong Terminal (12 NM SW), Bijia (13.9 NM ESE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Běiyán Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Běiyán 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 Běiyán Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Běiyán 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.