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Donegal Bay Lighthouses Lighthouse

Fl White 6s🇮🇪IEOperational

Location & Light Range

About Donegal Bay Lighthouses Lighthouse

This cylindrical white tower, standing 15 meters tall, features a mast mounted on a large round structure. Its light is positioned 67 meters above sea level, offering a geographic range of 21 nautical miles. The operational light emits a single white flash every 6 seconds. Located on the east coast of Donegal Bay, near Ballyshannon, it serves as a leading light for vessels approaching the bay. The nearest port is Killybegs, situated 3.9 kilometers away.

Why it matters: The lighthouse is critical for guiding vessels through the entrance of Donegal Bay, a large funnel-shaped inlet on Ireland's northwestern coast.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 6s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
6s
Raw Code
Fl W 6s
Focal Height
67m
Geographic Range
21NM

Location

Country
🇮🇪Ireland
Region
County Donegal
Sea Region
Donegal Bay, a large funnel-shaped inlet separating Counties Sligo and Donegal near the northwestern point of Ireland. It serves as an approach leading light for vessels entering Donegal Bay, located on the R267 highway just west of Ballyshannon on the east coast of the bay.
Latitude
54.5693°
Longitude
-8.4598°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
15m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white

Structure: mast mounted on a large round tower

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Killybegs(3.9 km)
Admiralty No.
A6230.
NGA No.
7336
ARLHS No.
IRE-096
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Donegal Bay Lighthouses Lighthouse at night?+
Donegal Bay Lighthouses displays the characteristic Fl White 6s. 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 Donegal Bay Lighthouses Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Donegal Bay Lighthouses Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Killybegs at 3.9 NM to the N. Other ports served include MULLAGHMORE (6.3 NM S), TEELIN PIER (6.8 NM WNW), Donegal (13 NM ENE), Sligo (17 NM S). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Donegal Bay Lighthouses Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Donegal Bay Lighthouses 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 Donegal Bay Lighthouses Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Donegal Bay Lighthouses 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.