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Kaumalapau Lighthouse

Fl White 4s🇺🇸USOperational

The Kaumalapau Lighthouse provides guidance for vessels entering Kaumalapau Harbor. Its white light flashes once every four seconds, serving as a steady navigational aid. This light helps mariners orient themselves when approaching the shore, particularly during periods of low visibility or at night. The lighthouse is an active navigational marker within the United States. Its consistent operation contributes to the safe movement of both commercial and recreational traffic into the harbor.

Why it matters: This light is essential for safe navigation into Kaumalapau Harbor, a key entry point for local shipping. Its consistent white flash helps prevent groundings and collisions in a busy port environment.

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 4s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
4s
Raw Code
Fl W 4s
Country
🇺🇸United States
Region
Hawaii
Sea Region
Kaumalapau Harbor in the United States
Latitude
20.7834°
Longitude
-156.9916°
Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Structure: Kaumalapau (2) Lighthouse guides vessels into the bustling harbor of Kaumalapau, a vital port in the United States. This light plays a crucial role for ships navigating the coastal waters, ensuring safe passage for both commercial and recreational traffic approaching the shore. Its steady white flash, appearing every four seconds, is a reliable marker for mariners. While specific construction details are not provided, its presence signifies a commitment to maritime safety in this busy area. The light, active today, continues its consistent rhythm, a familiar sight for those arriving or departing. It helps define the entrance to the port, allowing ships to orient themselves, especially during night or inclement weather, preventing groundings and collisions. Though not a grand, historic tower, its functional importance to the local economy and daily shipping operations is undeniable. Visitors to the area would see it as an integral part of the working harbor landscape, a quiet guardian of the sea lanes, ensuring the smooth flow of goods and people.

Nearest Port
Kaunakakai(17.9 km)
Admiralty No.
G7318
USCG No.
6-28555
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How do mariners identify Kaumalapau Lighthouse at night?+
Kaumalapau displays the characteristic Fl White 4s. 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 Kaumalapau Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Kaumalapau Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is KAUNAKAKAI at 18.1 NM to the N. Other ports served include LAHAINA (18.3 NM ENE), KALAUPAPA (24.4 NM N), Kahului (29.9 NM ENE), Kihei (30.8 NM E). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Kaumalapau Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Kaumalapau 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 Kaumalapau Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Kaumalapau 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.