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Kanai Creek Lighthouse

Fl (2) White 20s🇮🇳INOperational

Location & Light Range

About Kanai Creek Lighthouse

The Kanai Creek Lighthouse, a cylindrical concrete tower, was built and first lit in 1983. It stands 30 meters tall with a focal height of 34 meters and displays a white light with one flash every 20 seconds. The tower's exterior is painted with horizontal bands of black and white. Located north of the mouth of Kanai Creek, it is situated just 2.1 kilometers from the nearest port, Hazira. The lighthouse is open to the public, with access to the tower typically available in the late afternoons.

Why it matters: This lighthouse offers guidance for vessels navigating the entrance to Kanai Creek, an area that can be affected by fog, thereby supporting regional fishing and shipping activities.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (2) White 20s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
2 flashes
Interval
20s
Raw Code
Fl W 20s
Focal Height
34m
Geographic Range
16NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1983

Visiting

Open to public
Yes

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
30m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
with black and whitee horizontal bands
Material
concrete

Structure: round concrete tower with lantern and gallery painted with black and whitee horizontal bands

Location

Country
🇮🇳India
Region
Gujarat
Sea Region
north of the mouth of Kanai Creek
Latitude
21.0921°
Longitude
72.6425°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Hazira(2.1 km)
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Kanai Creek Lighthouse at night?+
Kanai Creek displays the characteristic Fl (2) White 20s — 2 white flashes every 20 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 Kanai Creek Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Kanai Creek Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Gandhar at 0.7 NM to the SW. Other ports served include HAZIRA (1.1 NM NNE), Hazira Port/Surat (1.5 NM WSW), Magdalla (5.8 NM ENE), Surat (11.6 NM ENE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Kanai Creek Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Kanai Creek 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 Kanai Creek Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Kanai Creek 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.