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Haiqian Yu Lighthouse

Fl White 6s🇹🇼TWOperational

Location & Light Range

About Haiqian Yu Lighthouse

Also known as: Haiqian Yu (Hai-Kan Yen, Black Rock)

The Haiqian Yu lighthouse is a 7.5-meter skeletal stone tower with a white exterior and a black lantern. It stands on a stone base and features a triangular structure with an open lantern and gallery. The light emits a white flash every 6 seconds, visible for 10 nautical miles. Constructed from stone, the tower reaches a focal height of 9 meters above sea level. It is located on a reef within Magong harbor, near Taiwan's Makung port. This lighthouse is accessible by boat and is open to the public.

Why it matters: This lighthouse is essential for safe navigation within Magong harbor, specifically marking a submerged reef that presents a hazard to shipping.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 6s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
6s
Raw Code
Fl W 6s
Focal Height
9m
Geographic Range
10NM

Location

Country
🇹🇼Taiwan
Sea Region
Magong harbor, Taiwan, marking a reef
Latitude
23.5805°
Longitude
119.5404°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Makung(1.3 km)
Admiralty No.
P4654
NGA No.
13860
ARLHS No.
TAI-037

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
7.5m
Tower Shape
skeletal
Tower Color
white with black lantern
Material
stone

Structure: triangular skeletal tower with an open lantern structure and gallery mounted on a stone base

Visiting

Open to public
Yes

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Haiqian Yu Lighthouse at night?+
Haiqian Yu 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 Haiqian Yu Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Haiqian Yu Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is MAGONG at 2 NM to the SE. Other ports served include Lung-men (7.4 NM E), Budai (33.4 NM ESE), Mai-liao (37.6 NM ENE), Mai-Liai (40.3 NM ENE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Haiqian Yu Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Haiqian Yu 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 Haiqian Yu Lighthouse?+
Haiqian Yu 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 Haiqian Yu Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Haiqian Yu 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.