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Hòujiāng North Pier Lighthouse

Fl Red 6s🇨🇳CNOperational

Location & Light Range

About Hòujiāng North Pier Lighthouse

The Hòujiāng North Pier lighthouse is a cylindrical stone tower standing 5.5 meters tall and painted white. It emits a red light with a characteristic of one red flash every 6 seconds. The structure has a focal height of 8 meters and a geographic range of 9.7 nautical miles. Located on the north coast of Nán'àodǎo, it is situated 8.7 kilometers from the nearest port of Chaozhou. The site is open to the public, though the tower itself is closed.

Why it matters: This lighthouse is essential for vessels entering Hòujiāng harbor, specifically guiding them through its narrow entrance and warning of associated dangers.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl Red 6s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Red
Interval
6s
Raw Code
Fl R 6s
Focal Height
8m
Geographic Range
9.7NM

Location

Country
🇨🇳CN
Latitude
23.4400°
Longitude
117.0219°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Chaozhou(8.7 km)
Admiralty No.
P3587.597.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
5.5m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white
Material
stone

Structure: round stone tower painted white

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

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Type
Name
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Hòujiāng North Pier Lighthouse at night?+
Hòujiāng North Pier displays the characteristic Fl Red 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 red color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Hòujiāng North Pier Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Hòujiāng North Pier Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Nanao Pt at 1.2 NM to the WSW. Other ports served include Chaozhou (8.8 NM NNE), Zhelin (9.6 NM NNE), Sanbaimen (11.1 NM NNE), Raoping (13.7 NM N). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Hòujiāng North Pier Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Hòujiāng North Pier 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 Hòujiāng North Pier Lighthouse?+
Hòujiāng North Pier 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 Hòujiāng North Pier Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Hòujiāng North Pier 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.