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Jangkar Lighthouse

Fl White 3s🇮🇩IDOperational

Location & Light Range

About Jangkar Lighthouse

The Jangkar Lighthouse is a white, square skeletal steel tower standing 21 meters tall. It features a gallery and is situated directly on the waterfront in Jangkar, a town situated approximately 25 kilometers west of Situbondo. The light emits a white flash every three seconds, providing a geographic range of 13.8 nautical miles. The site is open to the public, but climbing the tower is not permitted. Its nearest port is Kalbut Situbondo, located 13 kilometers away.

Why it matters: This lighthouse offers reliable guidance for local shipping and fishing vessels operating along the coast near Jangkar, aiding their safe approach to the town's waterfront.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 3s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
3s
Raw Code
Fl W 3s
Focal Height
23m
Geographic Range
13.8NM

Location

Country
🇮🇩Indonesia
Region
East Java
Sea Region
waterfront at Jangkar, a town about 25 km west of Situbondo, Indonesia
Latitude
-7.7145°
Longitude
114.2108°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Kalbut Situbondo(13.0 km)
Admiralty No.
Q1222.5.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
21m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
white
Material
steel

Structure: square skeletal tower with gallery, painted white

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

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Name
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Jangkar Lighthouse at night?+
Jangkar displays the characteristic Fl White 3s. 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 Jangkar Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Jangkar Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Kalbut Situbondo at 14.2 NM to the WNW. Other ports served include Ketapang, Kl (27.7 NM SSE), Gilimanuk, Bali (29.9 NM SSE), Banyuwangi (31 NM SSE), Banjuwangi, Java (31.3 NM SSE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Jangkar Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Jangkar 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.
How can I track vessels near Jangkar Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Jangkar 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.