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Collier Channel North (Fishing Harbor) Range Front Lighthouse

Fl White 10s🇹🇼Taichung, TWOperational

Location & Light Range

About Collier Channel North (Fishing Harbor) Range Front Lighthouse

This red, cylindrical tower stands 18 meters tall, with its light positioned 21 meters above sea level. It exhibits a white flash every 10 seconds and carries a green triangular daymark, point up. The structure guides vessels into the Taichung fishing harbor, located 0.7 kilometers away. The grounds are open to visitors, though the tower itself is closed to the public. Its operational status ensures it functions as an active aid to navigation.

Why it matters: This range front light marks the precise entry channel for fishing boats and other vessels navigating potentially shallow or congested waters, directly supporting local maritime commerce.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 10s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
10s
Raw Code
Fl W 10s
Focal Height
21m
Geographic Range
13.4NM

Location

City
Taichung
Country
🇹🇼Taiwan
Latitude
24.2893°
Longitude
120.5190°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Taichung(0.7 km)
Admiralty No.
P4660.675
NGA No.
13921.1

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
18m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
red

Structure: square cylindrical tower carrying a green triangular daymark, point up

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

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Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Collier Channel North (Fishing Harbor) Range Front Lighthouse at night?+
Collier Channel North (Fishing Harbor) Range Front 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 Collier Channel North (Fishing Harbor) Range Front Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Collier Channel North (Fishing Harbor) Range Front Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Taichung at 2.2 NM to the SSW. Other ports served include Nantou (25 NM SSE), Mai-liao (35.2 NM SSW), Mai-Liai (35.6 NM SSW), Hukou (46.7 NM NE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Collier Channel North (Fishing Harbor) Range Front Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Collier Channel North (Fishing Harbor) 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.
What shipping routes pass near Collier Channel North (Fishing Harbor) Range Front Lighthouse?+
Collier Channel North (Fishing Harbor) Range Front Lighthouse is located within the Taiwan Strait — a major shipping corridor in East Asia connecting the East and South China Seas. This makes it an important navigation reference for commercial shipping traffic in the region.
How can I track vessels near Collier Channel North (Fishing Harbor) Range Front Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Collier Channel North (Fishing Harbor) 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.