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Jīnpáishān North Lighthouse

Fl (3) White 10s🇨🇳Lianjiang County, CNOperational

Location & Light Range

About Jīnpáishān North Lighthouse

This concrete tower, standing 9 meters tall, displays black and white horizontal bands. Its light emits a white flash every 10 seconds from a focal height of 8 meters. The lighthouse is positioned at the end of a headland, facing the Jīnpái Mén Light. Its geographic range extends to 9.7 nautical miles. The nearest port, Fuzhou, is 9.7 kilometers away.

Why it matters: This lighthouse, operating in tandem with the Jīnpái Mén Light, aids vessels navigating the Jīnpái Mén estuary and helps define the channel around the headland.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (3) White 10s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
3 flashes
Interval
10s
Raw Code
Fl W 10s
Focal Height
8m
Geographic Range
9.7NM

Location

City
Lianjiang County
Country
🇨🇳China
Region
Fujian
Sea Region
Located at the tip of a headland opposite the Jīnpái Mén Light.
Latitude
26.1400°
Longitude
119.5849°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
9m
Tower Color
black and white horizontal bands
Material
concrete

Structure: concrete tower colored with black and white horizontal bands

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Fuzhou(9.7 km)
Admiralty No.
P3635.44
NGA No.
19120.4
USCG No.
CN-2953.7
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Jīnpáishān North Lighthouse at night?+
Jīnpáishān North displays the characteristic Fl (3) White 10s — 3 white flashes every 10 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. The white color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Jīnpáishān North Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Jīnpáishān North Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Qianyu at 5.1 NM to the NW. Other ports served include Taijiang (5.7 NM SW), Dongdaiwan (5.9 NM NNE), FUZHOU (11.6 NM SW), Mawei Pt (11.9 NM SW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Jīnpáishān North Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Jīnpáishān North 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 Jīnpáishān North Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Jīnpáishān North 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.