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Klädesklippan Range Rear Lighthouse

Oc Yellow 6s🇫🇮Kokkola, FIOperational

Location & Light Range

About Klädesklippan Range Rear Lighthouse

This range rear light is situated on a small island about 2 kilometers northwest of Kokkola's waterfront. The 18-meter tall cylindrical skeletal tower has a square base and carries a large daymark colored red with a yellow vertical stripe. Its focal height reaches 19 meters, and it emits an occulting yellow light for two seconds every six seconds. This light has a geographic range of 12.9 nautical miles. The tower itself is closed to the public, though the site is accessible.

Why it matters: As the next-to-last approach range for Kokkola, this light is essential for vessels aligning their path for safe entry into the port.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Oc Yellow 6s
Flash Type
Occulting
Light Color
Yellow
Interval
6s
Raw Code
Oc Y 6s
Focal Height
19m
Geographic Range
12.9NM

Location

City
Kokkola
Country
🇫🇮Finland
Region
Central Ostrobothnia
Sea Region
Located on a small island about 2 km northwest of the Kokkola waterfront, serving as the next-to-last approach range for Kokkola.
Latitude
63.8929°
Longitude
23.0333°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Kokkola (Karleby)(2.1 km)
Admiralty No.
C4206.1
NGA No.
18264

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
18m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
black and lower half white

Structure: square cylindrical skeletal tower carrying a large daymark colored red with a yellow vertical stripe

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

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Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Klädesklippan Range Rear Lighthouse at night?+
Klädesklippan Range Rear displays the characteristic Oc Yellow 6s. 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 yellow color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Klädesklippan Range Rear Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Klädesklippan Range Rear Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Kokkola (Karleby) at 2.5 NM to the S. Other ports served include Yxpila (3.6 NM S), BOSUND (5.6 NM SW), MARINKAINEN (9.9 NM ENE), Pietarsaari (Jakobstad) (14.4 NM SW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Klädesklippan Range Rear Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Klädesklippan Range Rear 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.
What shipping routes pass near Klädesklippan Range Rear Lighthouse?+
Klädesklippan Range Rear Lighthouse is located within the Baltic Sea trade route — a vital shipping corridor for trade between Scandinavian, German, Polish, and Baltic state ports. This makes it an important navigation reference for commercial shipping traffic in the region.
How can I track vessels near Klädesklippan Range Rear Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Klädesklippan Range Rear 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.