Har Karmel Lighthouse

With a focal height of 179 meters and a nominal range of 30 nautical miles (approximately 55.6 km), Har Karmel is visible from well offshore under standard atmospheric conditions. Actual visibility depends on observer height, weather, and sea state. Lights of this range are typically used as landfall lights by vessels approaching from the open sea.

Har Karmel displays the characteristic Fl W 5s — 1 white flash every 5 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.

Har Karmel Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Haifa Bayport at 1.8 NM to the SSE. Other ports served include Haifa (1.8 NM E), Haifa Israel Shipyards Port (1.8 NM SSE), Akko (7.2 NM NE), Acre (7.3 NM NE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.

Yes, Har Karmel 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.

Har Karmel Lighthouse is located within the Suez Canal approach — the critical route linking the Mediterranean Sea to the Red Sea and Indian Ocean. This makes it an important navigation reference for commercial shipping traffic in the region.

You can track vessels near Har Karmel 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.