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Bolshoy Kamen' Range Front Lighthouse

Fl Red 3s🇷🇺RUOperational

Location & Light Range

About Bolshoy Kamen' Range Front Lighthouse

This square concrete tower stands 14 meters tall and displays a red light that flashes every 3 seconds. It is painted white with a single black vertical stripe. The structure is located approximately 1 kilometer from the nearest port. Although the tower itself is not accessible to the public, the surrounding site is open to visitors. This navigational aid is situated on a hillside amidst residential buildings.

Why it matters: This range front light is essential for ships entering Bolshoy Kamen' harbor, providing precise alignment for safe navigation through the main channel. Its red flash every three seconds helps mariners maintain their course, preventing groundings or collisions in the busy port approach.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl Red 3s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Red
Interval
3s
Raw Code
Fl R 3s

Location

Country
🇷🇺RU
Latitude
43.1131°
Longitude
132.3511°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Bolshoy kamen(1.0 km)
Admiralty No.
M7490.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
14m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
white with a black vertical stripe
Material
concrete

Structure: square concrete tower, painted white with a black vertical stripe

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Bolshoy Kamen' Range Front Lighthouse at night?+
Bolshoy Kamen' Range Front displays the characteristic Fl Red 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 red color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Bolshoy Kamen' Range Front Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Bolshoy Kamen' Range Front Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Bolshoy Kamen at 1 NM to the NW. Other ports served include FOKINO (11.1 NM SSE), Vladivostok (19.7 NM W), Vladivostok (19.8 NM W), Fish Port Terminal (19.8 NM W). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Bolshoy Kamen' Range Front Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Bolshoy Kamen' Range Front 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 Bolshoy Kamen' Range Front Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Bolshoy Kamen' Range Front 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.