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Jackson Reef Lighthouse

Fl Red 5s🇸🇦SAOperational

Location & Light Range

About Jackson Reef Lighthouse

Jackson Reef Lighthouse stands as a red, cylindrical fiberglass tower 9 meters in height, built upon a square concrete base. This structure, with a focal height also at 9 meters, emits a red flash every 5 seconds. Its design incorporates both concrete and fiberglass materials, contributing to its durability. The lighthouse marks the northeast boundary of the reef system, providing a 10-nautical-mile geographic range. Visitors can access the site, though the tower itself remains closed to the public.

Why it matters: This lighthouse guides vessels navigating the Grafton Passage, warning them of the extensive Jackson Reef system, a significant underwater hazard.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl Red 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Red
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl R 5s
Focal Height
9m
Geographic Range
10NM

Location

Country
🇸🇦SA
Latitude
27.9895°
Longitude
34.4533°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Sharm ash Shaykh(12.1 km)
Admiralty No.
D7297.72
NGA No.
30424.2

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
9m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
red
Material
concrete, fiberglass

Structure: round hourglass-shaped red fiberglass tower mounted on a square concrete base

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Jackson Reef Lighthouse at night?+
Jackson Reef displays the characteristic Fl Red 5s. 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 Jackson Reef Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Jackson Reef Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Sharm ash Shaykh at 11.7 NM to the SW. Other ports served include Al Khuraibah (38 NM E), Zeit Bay (46 NM W), EL TOR (46.6 NM WNW), El Tor (46.7 NM WNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Jackson Reef Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Jackson Reef 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 Jackson Reef Lighthouse?+
Jackson Reef 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.
How can I track vessels near Jackson Reef Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Jackson Reef 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.