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Karang Laimula Lighthouse

Fl Green 3s🇮🇩IDOperational

Location & Light Range

About Karang Laimula Lighthouse

This white square tower, standing 13 meters tall, is situated on a square platform supported by piles. Its focal height reaches 9 meters, and it emits a green flash every 3 seconds, visible for 10 nautical miles. The lighthouse is located northwest of Anggrek, marking a reef approximately 40 kilometers away. Visitors can access the site by boat, but the tower itself is closed to the public. The structure is built to withstand its marine environment.

Why it matters: The lighthouse warns ships about the Karang Laimula reef, a hazard in the waters northwest of Anggrek, ensuring safe passage.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl Green 3s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Green
Interval
3s
Raw Code
Fl G 3s
Focal Height
9m
Geographic Range
10NM

Location

Country
🇮🇩ID
Latitude
1.0420°
Longitude
122.6573°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Anggrek(13.7 km)
Admiralty No.
F2059.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
13m
Tower Shape
square

Structure: white tower on a square platform supported by piles

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

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Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Karang Laimula Lighthouse at night?+
Karang Laimula displays the characteristic Fl Green 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 green color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Karang Laimula Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Karang Laimula Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 2 nearby ports. The closest is Anggrek at 13.7 NM to the SE. Other ports served include Gorontalo, Sulawesi (40.4 NM SE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Karang Laimula Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Karang Laimula 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 Laimula Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Karang Laimula 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.