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Dōngzhōudǎo Lighthouse

Fl White 5s🇨🇳Sanya City, CNOperational

Location & Light Range

About Dōngzhōudǎo Lighthouse

Also known as: Dōngzhōudǎo (Dōngzhōu Dǎo)

This concrete lighthouse stands 13 meters tall on an island at the eastern entrance to Yàlóng Bay. The cylindrical structure features a gallery and is painted white with two narrow red horizontal bands encircling it. It emits a single white flash every 5 seconds from a focal height of 123 meters. The lighthouse is located about 12 km east of Jǐnmǔ Jiǎo, within Sanya City's region on Hainan Island. Its geographic range is 27.2 nautical miles, and it is accessible only by boat.

Why it matters: The lighthouse is important for safe navigation into and out of Yàlóng Bay, a designated National Resort Area, guiding leisure craft and other vessels.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl W 5s
Focal Height
123m
Geographic Range
27.2NM

Location

City
Sanya City
Country
🇨🇳China
Region
Hainan
Sea Region
Located on an island at the east entrance to Yàlóng Bay, about 12 km east of Jǐnmǔ Jiǎo. Yàlóng Bay has been designated a National Resort Area.
Latitude
18.1849°
Longitude
109.6965°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
13m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white with two narrow red horizontal bands on the gallery
Material
concrete

Structure: round cylindrical concrete tower with gallery

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Sanya(12.2 km)
Admiralty No.
P3348.93
NGA No.
20198
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Dōngzhōudǎo Lighthouse at night?+
Dōngzhōudǎo displays the characteristic Fl White 5s. 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 Dōngzhōudǎo Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Dōngzhōudǎo Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 4 nearby ports. The closest is SANYA at 11.1 NM to the WNW. Other ports served include Sanyang (16.1 NM WNW), Xincun (26.3 NM NE), Huikou (29.3 NM NE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Dōngzhōudǎo Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Dōngzhōudǎo 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 Dōngzhōudǎo Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Dōngzhōudǎo 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.