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Hietakari Range Rear Lighthouse

Oc White 6s🇫🇮Oulu, FIOperational

Location & Light Range

About Hietakari Range Rear Lighthouse

This red and yellow cylindrical skeletal tower stands 23 meters tall on the western side of Katakari island, approximately 25 kilometers northwest of Oulu. It carries a rectangular daymark with a red face and a yellow vertical stripe. The tower's focal height is 25 meters, and it emits an occulting white light that is visible for 14.3 nautical miles. The light flashes every 6 seconds. The site is open to the public, though the tower itself is closed. It is located in a forested area on the island.

Why it matters: This rear range light, along with its front counterpart, is essential for guiding vessels approaching Oulu from the north within designated shipping channels.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Oc White 6s
Flash Type
Occulting
Light Color
White
Interval
6s
Raw Code
Oc W 6s
Focal Height
25m
Geographic Range
14.3NM

Location

City
Oulu
Country
🇫🇮Finland
Region
North Ostrobothnia
Sea Region
Guides vessels approaching Oulu from the north, situated in a forest on the west side of Katakari island, approximately 25 km northwest of Oulu.
Latitude
65.1018°
Longitude
25.2037°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Pateniemi(4.5 km)
Admiralty No.
C4108.1
NGA No.
18546.1

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
23m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
red and yellow

Structure: square cylindrical skeletal tower carrying a rectangular daymark colored red with a yellow vertical stripe

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Hietakari Range Rear Lighthouse at night?+
Hietakari Range Rear displays the characteristic Oc 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 Hietakari Range Rear Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Hietakari Range Rear Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is KIVINIEMI SOUTH at 3.1 NM to the ENE. Other ports served include Pateniemi (4.5 NM E), Haukipudas (6 NM NNE), Uleåborg (Oulu) (7.8 NM SE), Oulu (8 NM SE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Hietakari Range Rear Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Hietakari Range Rear 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 Hietakari Range Rear Lighthouse?+
Hietakari Range Rear Lighthouse is located within the Baltic Sea trade route — a vital shipping corridor for trade between Scandinavian, German, Polish, and Baltic state ports. This makes it an important navigation reference for commercial shipping traffic in the region.
How can I track vessels near Hietakari Range Rear Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Hietakari Range Rear 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.