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Karang Otilade Lighthouse

Fl White 12s🇮🇩IDOperational

Location & Light Range

About Karang Otilade Lighthouse

Karang Otilade lighthouse is a square white skeletal tower standing 12 meters tall, with its focal plane at the same height. It emits a single white flash every 12 seconds. The tower rises from a one-story equipment shelter situated on a platform supported by piles. This structure was established around 2016 to mark a submerged reef. The lighthouse is located on a reef approximately 15 kilometers north of Kwandang, and its nearest port is Anggrek, about 4 kilometers away. While the site is accessible by boat, the tower itself is closed to the public.

Why it matters: This lighthouse specifically warns ships about the Karang Otilade reef, a submerged danger in the waters north of Kwandang.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 12s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
12s
Raw Code
Fl W 12s
Focal Height
12m
Geographic Range
11NM

Location

Country
🇮🇩ID
Latitude
0.9057°
Longitude
122.8447°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Anggrek(4.0 km)
Admiralty No.
F2061.1
NGA No.
25129

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
12m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
white

Structure: square white skeletal tower rising from a square 1-story equipment shelter mounted on a platform supported by piles

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Karang Otilade Lighthouse at night?+
Karang Otilade displays the characteristic Fl White 12s. 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 Otilade Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Karang Otilade Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 2 nearby ports. The closest is Anggrek at 3.9 NM to the SW. Other ports served include Gorontalo, Sulawesi (27.4 NM SSE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Karang Otilade Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Karang Otilade 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 Otilade Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Karang Otilade 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.