Get the MarineRadar appSatellite AISSatellite live trackingTrack any shipLive alerts112,000+ ships trackedDownload free

Cape Morgan Lighthouse

Fl (2) W 10s🇿🇦Eastern South Africa, ZAOperational

Location & Light Range

About Cape Morgan Lighthouse

The Cape Morgan Lighthouse is a 60-meter tall metal framework tower. It is painted white with yellow bands and includes a square daymark. The lighthouse emits a white flashing light. Its focal height is also 60 meters, providing a geographic range of 24 nautical miles. The structure is a square, metal framework tower.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (2) W 10s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
2 flashes
Interval
10s
Raw Code
Fl
Focal Height
60m
Geographic Range
24NM

Location

City
Eastern South Africa
Country
🇿🇦ZA
Latitude
-32.7074°
Longitude
28.3647°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
60m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
white
Material
metal

Structure: Black metal framework tower, yellow banded, square daymark; 39. Range 5M by day

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
D6434
NGA No.
D 6434
Wikidata
Q19623339 →
OpenStreetMap
View on OSM →
Live tracking · 50,000+ mariners

Find Cape Morgan Lighthouse on the live nautical map

Plan voyages near ZA, see nearby vessels in real time, and explore 14,900+ navigation aids in the app.

Nautical mapNearby vesselsVoyage planning
Get the App

Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Cape Morgan Lighthouse at night?+
Cape Morgan displays the characteristic Fl (2) W 10s — 2 white 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.
Which ports and harbors does Cape Morgan Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Cape Morgan Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 2 nearby ports. The closest is East London at 30 NM to the SW. Other ports served include Madantsane (33.5 NM WSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Cape Morgan Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Cape Morgan 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 Cape Morgan Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Cape Morgan 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.