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Karang Gosong Lighthouse

Fl White 5s🇮🇩IDOperational

Location & Light Range

About Karang Gosong Lighthouse

Karang Gosong lighthouse stands on a square white skeletal steel tower, 14 meters in height, supported by piles on a platform. This structure is situated on a reef approximately 20 kilometers east of Pulau Bawean. Its white light flashes once every 5 seconds, visible for 11.6 nautical miles. The lighthouse is operational, though the tower itself is closed to the public. The nearest port is Poleng, located over 50 kilometers away.

Why it matters: This lighthouse warns vessels of the reef it occupies, ensuring safer passage for ships navigating east of Pulau Bawean.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl W 5s
Focal Height
14m
Geographic Range
11.6NM

Location

Country
🇮🇩Indonesia
Region
East Java
Sea Region
a reef about 20 km east of Pulau Bawean
Latitude
-5.8524°
Longitude
112.6578°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Poleng(50.3 km)
Admiralty No.
Q1152
NGA No.
23591.5

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
14m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
white
Material
steel

Structure: square white skeletal tower on a platform supported by piles

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

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Type
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Karang Gosong Lighthouse at night?+
Karang Gosong displays the characteristic Fl White 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 white color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Karang Gosong Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Karang Gosong Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 1 nearby port. The closest is Camar Marine Terminal at 33.8 NM to the SE. Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Karang Gosong Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Karang Gosong 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 Karang Gosong Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Karang Gosong 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.