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Boknaflæet Lighthouse

Oc (3) White/Red/Green 10s🇳🇴Bokn, NOOperational

Location & Light Range

About Boknaflæet Lighthouse

Also known as: Boknaflæet (Raudholmflu)

The Boknaflæet lighthouse marks the western entrance to the Førlandsfjord in Norway's Rogaland region. Its structure consists of a lantern and gallery mounted on tripod piles, standing 7 meters tall. Constructed from fiberglass, the lighthouse emits a 4-meter focal height light. The light displays an occulting pattern with three flashes of white, red, or green every 10 seconds, indicating the correct approach. The lighthouse site is open to the public, but the tower itself is closed. Its nearest port is Karsto, located 1.5 kilometers away.

Why it matters: This lighthouse provides essential directional guidance for safe navigation into and out of the Førlandsfjord, marking its western entrance.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Oc (3) White/Red/Green 10s
Flash Type
Occulting
Light Color
White/Red/Green
Flash Count
3 flashes
Interval
10s
Raw Code
Oc(3) WGR 10s
Focal Height
4m
Geographic Range
7.9NM

Location

City
Bokn
Country
🇳🇴Norway
Region
Rogaland
Sea Region
Western entrance to the Førlandsfjord
Latitude
59.2709°
Longitude
5.4448°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Karsto(1.5 km)
Admiralty No.
B3411
NGA No.
2560

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
7m
Tower Shape
latticed
Tower Color
black
Material
fiberglass

Structure: lantern and gallery mounted on tripod piles

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

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Type
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Boknaflæet Lighthouse at night?+
Boknaflæet displays the characteristic Oc (3) White/Red/Green 10s — 3 white/red/green flashes 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 white/red/green color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Boknaflæet Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Boknaflæet Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Susort at 1 NM to the NE. Other ports served include Kårstø (1.7 NM E), Bokn (2.5 NM S), Gismarvik (3.3 NM NW), Kopervik (4 NM WNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Boknaflæet Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Boknaflæet 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 Boknaflæet Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Boknaflæet 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.