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Krabi Ko Nok Lighthouse

Fl White 3s🇹🇭THOperational

Location & Light Range

About Krabi Ko Nok Lighthouse

This skeletal steel tower stands 21 meters tall on a small island at the entrance to Krabi harbor, Thailand. Its focal height reaches 24 meters, casting a white light with a single flash every 3 seconds. The structure, painted white, extends a geographic range of 14.1 nautical miles. It is situated about 10.3 kilometers from the nearest port of Krabi. While the island is open to visitors, the lighthouse tower itself remains closed to the public.

Why it matters: This lighthouse guides vessels navigating the entrance to Krabi harbor, an area characterized by limestone formations.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 3s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
3s
Raw Code
Fl W 3s
Focal Height
24m
Geographic Range
14.1NM

Location

Country
🇹🇭TH
Sea Region
island in the entrance to Krabi harbor, Thailand
Latitude
8.0306°
Longitude
98.9040°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Krabi(10.3 km)
Admiralty No.
F1182
NGA No.
22192
ARLHS No.
THA-043

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
21m
Tower Shape
skeletal
Tower Color
white
Material
steel

Structure: skeletal tower, painted white

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Krabi Ko Nok Lighthouse at night?+
Krabi Ko Nok displays the characteristic Fl White 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 white color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Krabi Ko Nok Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Krabi Ko Nok Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is KRABI at 0.9 NM to the N. Other ports served include Ko Lanta (1.2 NM NNW), Krabi (10.4 NM WNW), Ko Yao (19.7 NM WSW), PHUKET (31.9 NM WSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Krabi Ko Nok Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Krabi Ko Nok 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 Krabi Ko Nok Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Krabi Ko Nok 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.